Forward Motion
I stand by the statement I made last year that this tri is the most fun I've ever had with my clothes on. The participants and spectators alike couldn't have asked for a better day. Last year's race was a stifling 100+ degrees. This year, we lucked out with temps in the low to mid 70's. The water was warm and beautiful, and as always...everyone was ridiculously friendly.
Perfection. That's one of the best words to describe yesterday's race. It was all about forward motion in the most ideal of conditions.
There's a lot I could say about this race. However, I'm not going to say too much here. Perhaps it's because I keep smiling whenever I think of how things went down. If you want to read the details, head on over to my race report on BT.
Rather than dissect the race discipline by discipline, I'd rather just take a comparative look and let you make your own decisions on my overall performance.
Half Mile Swim.
2008: 15:28 ...1:46/100 yards...633/3650 overall.
2007: 19:38 ...2:14/100 yards...2323/3919 overall.
T1.
2008: 2:47
2007: 5:35
12.4 mile Bike.
2008: 45:35...16.32 mph...1325/3650
2007: 58:59...12.61mph...3248/3919
T2.
2008: 2:58
2007: 4:20
The Run.
2008: 35:19...11:23 pace...2139/3650. The wheels fell off here. I was dealing with some stomach cramps and got frustrated. I had hoped to hold onto a 10-10:30 pace. Oh well.
2007: 38:43...12:29 pace...2494/3919.
Final Time.
2008: 1:43:09 (Which beat all three of my race goals, including my super secret goal of 1:45)
2007: 2:07:17
Age Group & Overall.
2008: AG - 173/311 O - 1267/3650
2007: AG - 315/363 O - 2886/3919
PrincessRunner and BadgerGirl both had stellar days as well--congrats to both of you on an awesome race. I had the chance to meet BG while waiting in line to use the facilities before starting the day and I think I said something to PR while on the bike (I'm not 100% sure it was her...if it wasn't her, she was wearing the same tri suit at least).
It's rewarding to see such great progress over last year. If this weekend's half ironman is half as great as yesterday was...I'm going to be just fine. I stick by my tri philosophy of forward motion when on a course, knowing that each stroke, pedal turnover and foot strike brings me one more step closer to the finish line. Looks like this philosophy also works in the goal setting arena, too.
So now, it's time to set my sights on the Spirit of Racine...five days and counting, campers...five days and counting...
Perfection. That's one of the best words to describe yesterday's race. It was all about forward motion in the most ideal of conditions.
There's a lot I could say about this race. However, I'm not going to say too much here. Perhaps it's because I keep smiling whenever I think of how things went down. If you want to read the details, head on over to my race report on BT.
Rather than dissect the race discipline by discipline, I'd rather just take a comparative look and let you make your own decisions on my overall performance.
Half Mile Swim.
2008: 15:28 ...1:46/100 yards...633/3650 overall.
2007: 19:38 ...2:14/100 yards...2323/3919 overall.
T1.
2008: 2:47
2007: 5:35
12.4 mile Bike.
2008: 45:35...16.32 mph...1325/3650
2007: 58:59...12.61mph...3248/3919
T2.
2008: 2:58
2007: 4:20
The Run.
2008: 35:19...11:23 pace...2139/3650. The wheels fell off here. I was dealing with some stomach cramps and got frustrated. I had hoped to hold onto a 10-10:30 pace. Oh well.
2007: 38:43...12:29 pace...2494/3919.
Final Time.
2008: 1:43:09 (Which beat all three of my race goals, including my super secret goal of 1:45)
2007: 2:07:17
Age Group & Overall.
2008: AG - 173/311 O - 1267/3650
2007: AG - 315/363 O - 2886/3919
PrincessRunner and BadgerGirl both had stellar days as well--congrats to both of you on an awesome race. I had the chance to meet BG while waiting in line to use the facilities before starting the day and I think I said something to PR while on the bike (I'm not 100% sure it was her...if it wasn't her, she was wearing the same tri suit at least).
It's rewarding to see such great progress over last year. If this weekend's half ironman is half as great as yesterday was...I'm going to be just fine. I stick by my tri philosophy of forward motion when on a course, knowing that each stroke, pedal turnover and foot strike brings me one more step closer to the finish line. Looks like this philosophy also works in the goal setting arena, too.
So now, it's time to set my sights on the Spirit of Racine...five days and counting, campers...five days and counting...
Labels: Danskin Womens Tri, Race Report
posted by Iron Jayhawk at 11:46 AM
15 Camper Comments:
Sounds like a great day! I looked for you, but never saw you. I wonder if that WAS me you saw on the bike? I didn't see anyone else with my bright purple outfit. :)
That is FANTASTIC year-over-year improvement. You are totally in shape to rock Racine next weekend!
Congrads, Barb! Awesome timing!
you F-ING ROCK!!!! So excited to see how you do this weekend!!
Oh wow! You totally rocked that race this year! Look at all those numbers you shaved off! And most importantly, it sounds like you really enjoyed yourself! :) HIGH FIVE!
Glad to hear you had a great race. Good luck on the next one.
You rocked, congrats!
You truly are my tri hero. I don't care what it costs, but you simply must share some secrets.
Congrats!!!!
Next year for sure with me in this one. Sounds fantastic.
Great job! All the blood, sweat and tears are paying off!
Best of Luck this weekend!
Congratulations! That is absolutely fantastic!!
congrats. nice to see you rocking the bike time!! a girl after my own heart.
Rock Chalk Jayhawk, excellent race and massive progress. Good work!
Way to go!!!! WOOT WOOT!!!!!!!!
Have fun in Racine and eat some KRINGLES!!!!!
Doesn't the temperature make or break the day??
Congratulations.. glad you had fun!
Nice job!
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