Timed it wrong, was still ######## with my goggles on the beach with 2 minutes to go, and still had to swim 75 yds out to starting point in the water. OOPS. I just got out, and the wave started. OOPS. I was quickly at the back of the pack, but I still felt good and swam fairly well (for me). The water was a little nasty and had a petrol quality to it. The next wave caught me with 200 yds to go, which sucked...

Get to the starting point on time!!!

The transition area was huge and definitley not laid out in a manner that was fair to all. At least I wasn't at the far end of the area like some of the others.

I took my time changing out of my wetsuit to avoid any back issues that I have had recently.

I was definitely gasping for some air as I got out of the water, hoofed it to the rack, etc. It took me several minutes on the bike to really recover.

Just try to be quicker without doing anything dumb.

I hydrated really good (I had just got my aero bars put on, with the profile bottle). I wanted to better on the hills, but still had a great ride. I thought I would compare better than I did, but I guess those other guys were working hard too. Other than equip improvement (zipp 404's calling me??), I don't know if I could ride that course any faster at this point.

Try to get into a brisk pace faster coming out of T1.

I again took my time getting into my running shoes and spraying a quick dose of Kool n' Fit on my right leg to help with soreness/cramping issues that have plagued me lately. I was able to get out on the run with no body parts mounting an all out revolt!

Try to practice getting out of bike shoes while still riding.

I hydrated too well I guess. I did not have any cramping problems, but had to stop for a pee break at mile 2. Small delay, but needed. I felt really tired, really slow. Was getting passed like crazy. Being competative just makes that part hard... I was pouring lots of water on my head/neck while running and stayed cool. My leg held in during the race, but hurt like crap as soon as I was done. I wanted to run faster, but it just wasn't happening. I am really looking forward to being able to comfortably run at a faster pace....

Try to pick up the pace at end of 1st mile and hold it there. Try not to get passed by all the people I worked so hard to get ahead of during the swim/bike segments.

Much limping. Had a massage and that helped.


Stupid right leg and about 25 extra lbs that feel like 200.


I enjoyed this race alot. It was my 1st Olympic. It will give a benchmark to try to improve on next year.