I did it...

I have to admit putting all three events back-to-back-to-back was a little harder than the brick workouts I have been doing at the gym (even when I combined all three legs).  However, this morning was a great introduction into the triathlon world...and I loved it.

My swim was great - 500 m - first one out of the pool (OK so I started with the slow swimmers)...anyway, back to me.  The transition to the bike was better than yesterday's practice, but I can see how this could make or break a race for the experienced triathlete.  I managed to do OK and was off on the bike course in a couple of minutes.  The 16K course was good - and I kept telling myself to save something for the run.  I am glad I did...because I needed it.  It took me almost the whole 3K to finally get my legs after the bike...luckily the next race (in two weeks) has a longer run and I will be able to settle into it (maybe that's not such a good thing).

I don't know my time because in the panic of getting in the pool, then out of the pool (due to the late arrival of the timing belts), I forgot to start my watch.  I think it will be around 1:07...which is better than my goal of 1:10. 

Hurray for me!

Today's the day...

Well today's the day we see what all this "triathlon fuss" is about...it's the Try This Triathlon.

I'm a little nervous, but more tired and wondering why they don't have a mid-morning/early afternoon event for those of us who prefer to sleep in a little later.

I'm lucky to have Alan with me to support me - and will let you know how it goes.  I really hope the rain holds off until the run (I can handle running in the rain - but biking in the rain, sucks).

Cheers!