Todd's Tri Turtles 4 (Beginner, Sprint, 5K, 10K) CLOSED (Page 43)

Originally posted by Gabby'smom

Hey gang,

My first tri went great on Saturday! I was slow and toward the back of the pack but I was ok with that. Swim was a little more chaotic than I had expected, even being in the pool. For me I did good on the bike, however being on a mountain bike I was SO slow. A 20 yr old mtn bike at that. I did cut 15 minutes off my fastest 10 mile time though, so I sure can't complain about that. Run went well. I averaged 12 minute mile for the 2.5 miles which is good for me as well. Transitions went smooth. It was so rewarding! And there were only 3 in my age group so I got 3rd place in my AG. I laughed out Lloyd, but it was nice to get a prize! Several of the other participants told me I had to ditch the mtn bike before I did another one, so that us definitely something to consider. I will do another one! I loved it.

And the big 50 is today so I made my goal of a tri before 50. Thanks to all of you for the great advice and encouragement. What a great group you are!

Nicole congrats on your ride last weekend! I know you are thoroughly enjoying riding with your boys.

Have a great week everyone!
Michelle

Originally posted by nekomidori

Michelle- way to go! It sounds like your tri went well. That is exciting to meet your goal especially by your birthday. Happy 50th to you as well.

Todd I'm sorry that you're leaving but understand. Good luck and hope to "see" you around.

I am looking at what goals I have left for this year. I am still going to ride the Gran Fondo Hincapie Race in October with my Family. It is only 15 miles but it is up and down the mountain(part of it). I need to be working on hills. Plus it will be a bit colder out in October so that will be different as well.
This year so far:
I did a sprint triathlon,
I rode 52 mile bike ride
I have run a 5k with my children and they both finished.
I have more of a bond with my family.
I have dropped 18 pounds. I have lowered my cholesterol and fat percentage.
I can swim in the pool without holding my nose and I can ride down a hill without using my brakes. I can ride my bike in traffic confidently.
My question is what is next?
What is everyone else working toward?

If you don't dream of it and plan for it you don't ever seem to reach it.
Nicole

Originally posted by 2NewKnees



Happy Football Season!!!

Originally posted by peto_primo

Anyone Still Out there?

Fall is here and weather is amazing right now.

Doing a Blood Moon ride Sunday night - hope it is clear

Originally posted by nekomidori

I have been doing short work outs here and there. Our family has the Gran Fondo Hincapie Race coming up October 24th. I need to get back on the bike it has been a while and I'm sure I will be feeling it.
My son is almost finished with soccer and then we are all back to the pool. My boys want to the tri come spring again and the pool was the weakest part for everyone. Time to get a winter schedule in.
Take Care,
Nicole

Originally posted by nekomidori

I made it which is something I didn't even want to try 6 months ago!! I was a bit scared coming down the other side but managed to do it. Definitely need more work on crazy steep hills.
Over all I had a good time.
Have a great weekend!!
Nicole