I had a hard time finding my groove. The guy behind really pushed me to get moving and I had to pass another swimmer in the middle of the lane. I felt like I was sprinting, but with an inefficient stroke.

Relax and try to get into my rythm. I felt like I was sprinting the entire time, but my time was actually slower than my training times. Maybe warm up ahead of time.

I didn't rush this transition as it was my first one. I took the time to drink some water and rinse off my feet. I also had to put on an extra layer of a light jacket as it was cool and windy.

Nothing. I got the hang of it. Could have rushed a bit more.

The bike was GREAT! I love my new roadbike. It took me about 7 miles to really get into my groove, but then I felt like I could go forever. I did drop my chain at mile 6, due to some poor shifting and some adjustments needed on my bike. It took about 30 seconds to put back on.



Not drop my chain, otherwise, I would gear harder on the hills the first loop around. I really gained speed that way and then just flew on the downhills.

As this tri had people heated for 2 straight hours, somebody snaked in after I left on my bike and STOLE my bike rack spot! I just had to shove mine in this tiny space.

I also took the time to eat some Carb-BOOM and drink some Gatorade while stretching calves before heading for the run.

The run was very flat, but I also did my best run time ever! I have NEVER broke a 9.5 min/mile and I did this time! I was tired, but kept pushing myself. There was a girl behind me that I jut didn't want to catch me.

Walked around with my kids and family. Ate a bagel and orange. Drank a gatorade.


Infamiliarity with Triathlons. Now that I am familiar with how things work, I can focus on speed!


The volunteers were awesome! Very encouraging and helpful. GREAT at watching traffic. At times, they were the only one's cheering for us and it helped!