M.I.T. - Miami International Triathlon - TriathlonOlympic

Great swim for me. Best swim time ever. Couldnt believe my time.

Actually could have put a little more effort into the swim, but was afraid to drain my energy for the rest of the race.

Took my time anticipating the bike. Didn't hurry. Long run from water to bike.

Speed it up...actually took too much time

I had done enough volume work prior to the race, so the distance wasnt an issue, but I still was ready to get off the bike by the time I was done. There were 2 bridges, the second, smaller bridge was hard on the bike - lots of construction bumps made for a jarring ride. I heard it was a problem causing damage for some bikes.

More intensity in training for this. I was slighlty disappointed with my mph average. Also, was anticipating the run, so didn't push as much as I could

Came in to T2, was definitely needing a break. Walked with the bike to the rack...already had running shoes on. Strapped my fuel belt on and walked out of transition. Saw my wife, had a short conversation, she gave me a pep talk, and off I went.

Get out of transition quicker

This was where my biggest problems were. I was definitely prepared to handle the run mentally, but physically started to wear out after only half way through the first lap. Although the roots were painted, the paint seemed to attract my shoes. I kept tripping up, stumbling, and losing rhythm. Not to mention, hurting the knees a little. 6 times I tripped. Also, began cramping in the quads...not enough to stop, but had to walk, drink, and then continue at a more than leisurely pace...enough to run with another racer from Curacao and have a conversation.

Electrolytes! Although was using perpetum from hammer, will need to supplement with electrolytes. I think the heat of the day - hotter and more humid than in the previous week or two threw off my nutrition/water balance a little. I know I was conditioned to handle the distance, but will have to remember to over do the lytes a little.

Water. Banana. Sitting under the tent with Kim (wife) and Jade (tech from work). Relaxed. Then to bayside to bubba gump shrimp for some food - and beer!


Electrolyte imbalance, cramping, tripping on the run, low intensity training, mental anticipation of the length of the race...all played a role.


Very well put together race for the first annual M.I.T. I thought the post-race food was a little less than desirable - fried stuff. Although they did have some fruit and bagels. Will do this one again.