Heatwave Race Report

My first Olympic Tri has been checked off of the "list". My performance lacked luster, but to reiterate, at least it was checked off the list...

As usual I learned a lot and found many areas that need improvement. There were a few things I did right, but more than a few that could have been better. Overall I enjoyed racing with my Fitbird teammates and seeing my coach back directing her flock. It was fun to watch many of my training partners compete in their longest event thus far and for many, their first open water swim. They all did great and I am so proud of them!

So here is my take on Heatwave:

Friday, Pre-Race:

Call and I headed up to Ridgeland, MS mid afternoon Friday just in time for packet pickup. It was being held at an awesome bike shop that had a great assortment of snacks, wine, and beer to indulge in while we browsed the store and got our race packets. The swag bag was great with two shirts, a cap, and a tumbler.

New Orleans 70.3 Race Report

Let me just preface this long post with a short summary for those that are curious to know the outcome of this race, but who don't really want to read my long-winded report: I did cross the finish line and receive a medal, but I did not "officially" finish as I was not able to do it within the eight hours. I know that to those of you who do not "do" triathlons and to even some who do, this detail may to you mean nothing less of an accomplishment for me, but for me and many in the "elite" group of true finishers, it is not the same. I am truly respectful of those that finished within the time frame, because it is really quite a feat. I am proud of myself for what I did accomplish, but I do recognize the difference. If the time didn't matter, then there would be no "cut-off". I do appreciate everyone's kudos for my efforts, but please excuse me if I downplay my enthusiasm over having just "finished". Now with that having been said, I hope I can entertain you with my race report, as I had plenty of time to write it in my head during the last three hours of my race! So here goes: