Heart of the Lakes Triathlon - TriathlonLong Course

Don't let the slow time fool you. This was a wickedly awesome swim for me. It's right around my usual pace, but executed with a lot more style than usual. I entered the water and began swimming immediately, no panic attack. Then I stayed with the group for a long time. I didn't freak when the next group came up and I mostly stayed on course. It was so great to get over that hurdle! I hope all swims are like this from now on.

Sight better.

This was a badly designed T area. We entered the area on the side from the beach, conveniently right by my bike. But I was at the farthest end from bike in/out and run in/out. So, all the ladies in my AG had similar times.

Can always hustle more, but this went pretty smoothly.

Tons of passing to start out. Finally found my spot and felt really strong, except for a few of the hills. I had an unusually high cadence for myself, but it felt good so I went with it.

Work more on hills

Again with the long T area and I was tired this time.

This was too slow, especially based on other times. I guess I need to work on my endurance because at this point I was just pooped.

Of course now the sun comes out. Sun is nice when I'm swimming or biking, but NOT running. It was hot and I did the best I could with lots of sponge showers at the water stops.

I need to train a lot more on running. It's been especially bad lately.

Nice race and a good challenge for me. Really enjoyed catching up with the BT folks before and after the race, and watching the awards was fun. I wouldn't have minded winning a jug of Hammer Gel... maybe next time.