T! was run transition and T2 was run to bike. Both transition went pretty well.

I felt pretty good on the bike. I had some mechanical issues on the first lap because my bike needs some adjustments. The bike shop adjusted it just enough to get me through the race because of time. It started not working quite right just a few days befoer the race. I got those under control and the next 2 laps went very well. I passed a few people and felt pretty comfortable on the course. Pre-riding the course the weekend before definately help me a lot. I tried to hit the hills well and power up them. THe laps made it difficuklt to get into a good cadence and speed, there were a few times when I felt like I could go faster but people were in my way or there were a lot of close turns. By having multiple laps there was a mix of slow and fast riders all stuck together and I kept feeling caught in the middle since I'm not as fast or as slow as the 2 groups.

Have my bike working correctly.

This race was a swim run bike so I just dismounted at the line and ran (OK a weird looking waddle) across the finish line.

Well I'm not a strong runner and I knew this would be the toughest so I went in with a plan to run 8 min then walk 2 to get through it and I almost suceeded. Near the end I ran about 5 mintues walked about 30 seconds and then finished it up. I had a bit of an upset stomach during the run I hydrated for a warm day and then it was a bit cloudy and not real hot. I also feel like I swallowed a bunch of pool water. I need to work on my nutrition and hydration schedule for future races.

Other than be in better shape and run the whole thing it went pretty well.

Walked around a bit to cool down, got a big hug from the hubby, then I stretched out and walked some more to get recovered, checked out the post race food, got a massage and went home for a short nap before a post race dinner.


Mostly fitness level in the run. I was happy with my swim and bike perfomrance. I could use some technique improvements in the swim and bike, but overall I was pleased.


I DID IT!! I'm so excited to be a triathlete after a year of hitting snags in my training I really just wanted to go out and get one under my belt even if I wasn't quite ready for the run. I really enjoyed myself and the physical and mental challenge it presented me. I definately feel like a stronger person today.