Ah yes, Part 2. The part that is way less fun to recap. LOL. Let's start by saying that I knew that I might struggle in the run. I knew it wasn't going to be fast, because I'm not a fast runner. But I was hoping to slog through at between 10:30 and 11 minutes a mile. My coach … [Read more...]
Ironman Maryland 2017 Race Report Part 1: Swim and Bike
It's the Ironman Maryland 2017 Race Report! Better late than never, yeah? Even though it didn't go perfectly, I'm so pleased with my first Ironman experience and I really had the best experience. Can't say enough good things about the organization of this race and the volunteers. … [Read more...]
Review of our Stay at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort — For Ironman Maryland!
Ok, I'll be honest. One of the biggest reasons we stayed here was so that Toasty, the dog, could come along and hang out while I did Ironman Maryland. She loved it, by the way. Because I know everyone wants to know what my dog thinks of a hotel... But she looks so happy, … [Read more...]
USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships in Omaha, Nebraska
The last time I had been to Omaha was driving through, almost exactly 10 years ago, when I was driving my truck and horse trailer part way back to Wyoming with my mom and moving to Washington DC...so I was excited to return to Omaha. It all started with qualifying for Age Group … [Read more...]
Finding an Open Water Swim in Cape Cod: Tales of Sharks & Ponds
I did a lot of googling when we were headed to Cape Cod - I wanted to get an open water swim in, and even thought about bringing my wetsuit, but ultimately didn't have space in my carry on. I think I just missed a Cape Cod tri, too! Next time... I got some good tidbits of … [Read more...]
