Again, Peanut butter on a bagel and some coffee. I haven't been feeling well the past few days. This morning I woke up feeling a little bit better but my stomach was a little upset. I do have a very sensitive stomach.

No warmup. It was raining cats and dogs before the race. It stopped momentarily for the swim.

I did not swim well today. I can't/don't expect much because I've been a slacker in my swim training. Simply getting out of the water is a win in my opinion. I haven't really begun to like the swim portion of the triathlons. I will try and work on being more consistent in my swim training.

I did get a cramp or ache in my thigh during the swim. I think I was kicking too much.

I came out of the water and my sister (her first spectating event) said hi. I looked at my watch and said "I have to pick it up on the bike."

the only thing is train better, train more, practice my technique.

Everyone was kind of complaining about swim times being a little slow. Perhaps the course was a bit long.

I think I did the best I could here. I did have a small issue finding my bike which ate up some time in T1. I didn't spend any time scoping out the area because it was raining and I was cold.

Maybe run a bit faster in transition.

I think I rode well & strong. I was afraid I would take it really easy because it was raining and the surface was wet. I'm still not 100% comfortable on the tri bike and I thought today's conditions would make me ease up a bit. I don't believe it did. I rode somewhat strong -- I didn't feel like I pushed it too hard. My legs did feel a little weak overall today and I'm not sure why. It MAY be because I haven't been feeling well; however, I'm happy with the result

Not sure here. Like I said I felt I rode well. Of course, more training would make me better :-)

I was a mess here, too. Not a good day for transitions. Got a little confused again with finding my area.

Pay attention. It's that simple.

I didn't feel too hot here but I think I ran well. I had a bit of a side stitch for the majority of the run but I was able to maintain it and prevent it from getting to the point where I had to stop. I'm glad I was able to do that. I felt like I was smart about it, though.

Every triathlon I get a sore on my ankle from the timing chip strap. It always hurts and always bleeds during the race. I don't care about the blood but I do care about the pain. A friend suggested that perhaps I'm putting it on too tight. I will put it on a little more loose for Timberman in 2 weeks.

Not much. Again, more training would make me a better runner.

Ate some pizza and walked around a bit.

I think being sick has me a little weak today but otherwise a good taper may have helped.

This is a really good race and is run well. The race director is a nice caring guy and puts on a good show.