The swim felt great, and I'm disappointed that it's not very much faster than last year's swim, which was a disaster. Looking at the top AG times, perhaps the course was a bit longer?

I probably could have put more effort into the swim. I need to race the swim instead of just trying to survive it.

Taking my suit off in the water has been a great strategy that I will continue.

I have to remember to bring some water to the beach to wash off the sand.

2 seconds slower than last year. Last year after a horrible swim, I was really pushing the bike leg to make up time. This year it was more of a typical race effort.

I need to go all out and really hammer the bike leg in order to get as far ahead of the fast runners in my AG.

T2 went well, 3rd in AG.

Nothing.

First mile was 8:08, and it looks like I wasn't able to speed up the second half. The run times were slower than last year, probably due to the heat and humidity, which was noticeable. I got passed by three guys in the AG, who all ended up with the medals.

I need to race AG guys when they pass instead of just trying to stay steady.

Lots of walking around. I did a good job of stretching this time.


I need to think of a race mentality more than a going hard mentality. I havent' spent as much time training this year, particularly in the run.


The lake swim can be challenging, and the run from Lake Michigan to T1 at the Grand Haven YMCA can throw you for a loop if you're not ready for it. The bike and run courses are great, though the hill at the end of the run is a monster.