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 Swim
Comments: Arrived at swim start with only a few minutes to test the water. Don't think it would have made any difference though- as water was nice and warm. Swam strong (for me!!) and easy- it felt good. Had never swam this far continuosly in a race ( the last HIM was a double loop course)- so was a bit nervous. What would you do differently?: - uhhh- swim faster!!! work on good ole technique.  Transition 1
 Bike
Comments: - after the first 15 min on the bike- I knew I was going to be in trouble. Hamstrings/ gluts felt tired- no energy what so ever. Was aiming for a 3:15 on the bike- I knew immediatelly I was bonking. Tried to get the fluids/nutrition in- just did not help. Tried to just "spin it out"- nope- legs were just fatigued starting into the bike! Henceforth- the ride was long and slow. Passed by everyone! Tried to make the best of it- could not help by keep looking at time on the cateye. Nope- just bonked on the bike- despite cliff bars, cliff bloks, infinit and water. What would you do differently?: - wish I knew!!! Transition 2
 Run
Comments: came off the bike- feeling ok- I think I was just so glad to get off the bike!! Was hoping for a 2:25- oh well. Lots of walking/ running. Could not seem to get enough fluids in- perhpas should have used and trained with salt tabs... as seemed to be thirsty for the entire run. Would drink both gatorade and water at the stations, and as well had 2 gels and a couple cliff bloks near the finish. Overall- was satisfied with my run Post race
What limited your ability to perform faster: I had some specific goals I was hoping to reach- but saying that pehaps it was unrealistic as did a HIM 4 weeks ago - a tougher course, and had better times- oh well- it is what it is!! Overall- pleased that I did hit my #1 goal- and that was to finish the race with a smile- and I did. Another race for the books- hopefully can improve fitness level and times for the next one. I'll be back! Event comments: The volunteers were awesome- loved the cold water at the aide stations... Found everyone super friendly- met Nickster a fellow BT'er on the run- in his BT shirt! Overall- I really enjoyed the race- and although not a 'fast" racer- still felt like a super star at the end!!! Last updated: 2009-02-13 12:00 AM
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Age Group = 50-54
Age Group Rank = 19/29
Woke up 4:00 - had my usual steelcut oatmeal with scoop almond butter and a coffee. Had parked bike in transition the night before, and arrived at race site by 5:30. Rather dark- so thanks to a gentleman with a flashlight was able to pump up my tires. Other than being really nervous, felt ok.
Nothing specific. Planned to eat a 1/2 power bar before race- but was just too nervous. Able to get in a few sharkies enroute to walk to swim start.