First time- Not as difficult as expected, just took it easy and got through it.

Before next race, plan to train swimming much more.

nothing, very easy first time transition. Couldn't do anything about the long sandy run to transition

although i passed several people in my exit group, I ended up pacing a guy for at least half. I was too nice, should have blasted him in the last 3 miles to gain time.

This just plain ruined my overall rank and time. I ran some , walked some.
In retrospect, I knew going into this that I had only trained 2 months and that I would be lucky to even finish the race.

Just need more training time and then I will be able to finish stronger.

Bud Light with lime, swim in the pool


only 2 months training


This was my very first ever race or athletic competition of any kind. (other than regattas, which are completely different athletically).
I am so excited to use this as a Benchmark for future races and can't wait to do the Heartland again with Steve next year!