Witch City Triathlon - TriathlonSprint

So...I started out on the edge of the pack for this one. And I think it added a lot of yardage to my swim. Navigation NOT good. Then, about 3/4 of the way around it dawned on me that I wasn't going nearly as fast as I could. I was concentrating a lot on form and getting into a rythm...almost like it was a practice rather than a race. I was more concerned with just working on the ocean swim again - dealing with the people and the waves, etc. So at the end I began picking up the pace. Someone was drafting me (first time ever!)

Ummm...swim faster. Hahaha.

I was pretty slow. Or that is what I recall. I chugged my drink AGAIN. Always so dehydrated after an ocean swim (swallow waay too much water). First time without sox or gloves on a ride. That was good!

Not drink during transition.

I had trouble with some of the turns. I really slowed down on them. That stunk. I went to my big ring - but, had to get out of it. Not sure if that was a wise decision to make. I did ok on the hills though. I don't think I drank at all on the ride again (BAD me) and I was still getting used to the gears, etc.

Drink on the ride. I just need more riding experience. That's all.

I was afraid of slipping on the pavement when I was running with the bike. But - at transition everything was good.

Oh this wasn't a good run! Well, I was trying to use the Pose Method for the first time in a race. About 1 mile and a half into it my calves were killing me so much I switched to the good ol' heel/toe method. But-my quads were feeling it soooo much. At that point my calves hurt, my quads ached and I just wanted to get to the end. No stopping - that was good. But, only 1 water stop I think...and I was really thirsty. Still had the dry salt taste from the swim. I really struggled on the third mile - but, I was able to pick up some speed for the photo ops (i'm a loser) and the finish line.

Not sure really. I couldn't drink more because I didn't have the opportunity. And I don't regret beginning in the pose method. It was good practice. So, nothing I guess. Just grin and get through it!

Hahaha...I did some stretching by the car when i was leaving. But, mostly just got out of there.


Psychological I think. I just wasn't in the race. And I went alone - which, really I think it helps when I'm doing it with my friends. It gets me more into the race state of mind. Although, in general - I tend not to get all nervous and serious for the races..which I like. I think it can be used as an advantage. But, I think I can push myself more and I do that better when I have my pals with me.


I didn't stick around at this one - for more than one reason. Not sure if I'll do it next year..most likely not, but only because I want to do Timberman 70.3 (WOO HOO!) My head wasn't in it. That's how I felt. Not a great performance, but (as always good practice.