I somehow managed to get myself in the middle of the pack the entire swim with people controlling my speed and ability. I cannot tell you how many times I got hit and could not find any rhythm. Not a very pleasant swim - at one time I actually stopped and told the people next to me to "F__K OFF!"

Swim on the outside and on my own.

Had some problem getting my shoes on whilst riding... I think it was about 500m before I actually clipped them in properly.

practise!

I didnt go hard enough on the ride - I was too concerned with the hills and not having enough energy for the run. I coasted on the downhill parts instead of pedalling.

I need to more aggressive on the bike - I am a solid rider but I dont demonstrate it on the course - I need to push myself more if I want a top 5 finish.

Didnt get my feet out of my shoes in time as the dismount area came up real quick after a turn. I wasnt perpared so I basically stopped and nearly fell over with my shoe clipped in. How embarrassing :)

Give moreself more time to get my feet out of the shoes before dismount

I felt good until the first hill - I got a stitch and it took me a little bit of time to get rid of it - found my pace half way through the race. Had enough energy to sprint the finish - actually I had enough energy to sprint the last 1km but I didnt use it - dont ask me why.



Again, I need to push myself harder - I seem to enjoy coasting but not working at LT.

myself and my ability to race within my upper limits