It's no secret I suck at running... I mean I try not to suck, and I have improved, and therefore suck less, but I still suck.
I was happy when I woke up, expecting to have great weather for racing. We lined up and it had been misting already. The Guys started, "and they're off." The Women started and the skies opened and the rain came. LOL What are you gonna do?
But even after the rain, running 5 miles Saturday morning, a gait analysis, Maggie at Kola working on my hip AND being on my feet for 4 hours volunteering at the 10 Miler packet pickup I had 2 of my best race runs, ever!
Maybe there's something to that being on your feet all day!
The bike was okay. I mean it was raining, wet and yucky and riding in rain does nothing for morale. I should have played the lottery though, because I was lucky enough to get stopped by the same cop, at the same light, on each loop (and it wasn't because I was riding at light-speed).
The mud sucked. My one legged yoga moves came in handy, balancing while changing shoes. Lastly, I must be getting faster/better, because there was hot food left when I crossed the line.
I had a little discrepancy between what my Garmin reported and what the race results reported. In the end, it appears that the 5 minute offset for the Athena class was not applied. I would have never been able to prove it, or point it out to them, if my friend's husband hadn't been taking pictures!
Time to start thinking! Are you all ready to start talking about it? 2009 was so positive and I can't wait to see everyone again! Let's get together again ladies!
I am a 32 year old new mother to twin boys! I participated in the Danskin Chicagoland triathlon in July 2008 and I look forward to the '09 event with all of these wonderful ladies.
Coco
I'm Courtney. 32 years old, single, no heirs to the throne. I completed my first triathlon in July 2008 and fell in love. I look forward to continuing the multisport journey with my fellow Tri Divas!
Donna "Cassie"s Mommy"
A 40 year young Mom, Wife and student who enjoys taking on new challenges, but often needs needs a lesson or two in balancing between work, school, home and training. My words of wisdom, "Do it while you're young -- it doesn't get any easier later, and there is NEVER a good time."
Jenn
My name is Jenn, I'm 35 years old and live in the Chicago Suburbs. When CoCo talked me into this Tri thing, I thought she was nuts, but I'm so glad she did. I've caught the Tri bug! I even became a certified tri-coach through HeartZones and will be Team Administrator for the NW Suburban Trek Tri Training group again this summer. I am also now a member of USAT! I've also rejoined Weight Watchers and am determined to not let my extra fluff or my fibromyalgia hold me back! Happy Training!
Jennifer
I am a 36 year YOUNG, single mother of two (very grown) teenagers, and grandmother, to the most perfect little boy ever born. I am currently on a mission to break an image that no longer defines who I am!!
Julie
I'm Julie. I'm 33 years old, and single... and can finally claim a medal... it may not be a gold one, but I can now show off my finisher's medal, my finisher's hat and my finisher's towel...
I'm so excited for new and different events and my next attempt, after Sweet and Twisted booze and cake, will be an Olympic distance.
Lass
I'm Lesli. 33 years old. Single with two furkids. I am a systems librarian for a group of medical libraries. I joined Weight Watchers in 2001. Left in 2003 b/c I wasn't happy with the direction my journey was headed. Coco convinced me (finally) that a triathlon was just the thing to kick my butt in gear...that was 2008. It's 2009, I was crazy enough to tri it again...and have the finisher's medal to prove it.
Lynnderful
My name is Lynn, I'm 32 years old, single with no children. I'm embarking on this mission to become a triathlete because I want to prove to myself that I am strong enough. I'm also looking forward to seeing my fellow Tri-Divas achieve their goals!