So completed my first triathlon in 4 years. Did not have many expectations as I didnt get to the pool very often, and I only got the bike on the road once. That said, despite some wicked heat and humidity, I did "suffer" through it. That was goal, and whilst I was thinking about how hard it was, and how I really wasnt enjoying it, I was offering it up. In the end it was a pretty respectable day for the conditions, and the conditions of my left achilles.
I finish in 2:53:27. My swim was a very respectable 34min, my bike (as expected was slow) at 1:19:11 with a 18.8mph pace (in years past I would hold a 20 to 21mph pace). My run was rough, but I expected it to be with the achilles acting up. My body told me to take walking breaks or it was going to stop listening to me, so I listed to it. I ended up with the 57:04 on the run, for a 9:12pace.
All in all. Its was an interesting day. I am not sorry I did it, but if there were thought about this race kick starting my triathlon bug, that did not happen :) Still would rather run 15+ miles through some hills and streams.
Thank you Lord for the strength and endurance in my body. I hope you will except my efforts today, and ease the burden on someone in much greater need.
Peace
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Hey Tex,,,,,,,,good for you. Ya did it and survived. Maybe the Tri days are part of your past, and your future is running with the wind in you face and praise in your heart. Love ya, M
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