This is my worst discipline by far. Need to do a lot more training

Train better

I was not really concerned about my transition times and just wanted to make sure that I left with everything attached and all of my fueling items.

I will work on my transitions for my events for next year as I get more serious about my finish times

Need to do more hill training.

Again, I was not really concerned with my T times and wanted to make sure I had everything I needed for the run

Took me about 2 miles to get into a groove as I was cramping really bad. My hammies were screaming at me and had to walk about 1/2 of the first 2 miles. Reached the turnaround and was downhill for the next 4 miles and I made up a lot of time. made the turn for the second loop and was doing well until about mile 9 and then my calves starting cramping really really bad and had to walk run the rest of the way. Ran about 1/4 mile then walked 30 steps and repeat.

Need to get a better handle on my fluid and electrolyte intake to alleviate the leg cramps.

Hit the medical tent for some ice for my knees then headed to the food tent for a turkey sandwich and protein drink.


Tweaked my knee about 4 weeks prior to the event so didn't do any running 3 weeks prior to event. Also did not do anywhere near enough time in the pool/open water. Need to do a better job at swim training.


Well run event. Plenty of volunteers to help and very friendly. With this being my first half IM I am somewhat pleased with my results. My goal was to finish in under 7:30:00 and I accomplished that.