My family is finally going to see me race a triathlon. I've signed up for the Indian Creek Olympic Tri on June 10. It's only about an hour and 20 minutes away from where we live and it happens to be on a day when the whole family is free, which is quite the oddity these days. So, it'll be an overnight family trip to Woodworth, LA...
I'm pumped to do another Oly on a course that is halfway normal (unlike Wildflower's insane hills). I'm hoping for a PR. I've been swimming almost every day (!) since I've been home, and my running should still be okay (even though I have only been out once in the past week because of the insane humidity in these parts). I'll put in a speed workout early next week.
And, even though I haven't been on the bike much yet this season, I still think I'm stronger than the last Olympic I did a couple years ago. Plus, I have a new bike and new wheels now, so I think I'll be able to kick some butt...or at least ride faster than I could before.
So, next weekend? I'm going to hammer. I haven't allowed myself to all-out RACE in a long freaking time, and I'm kind of looking forward to seeing what I can do. I might disappoint myself, but at least I won't have excuses.
But, the best part is that regardless of my finish-time, I'll have my family waiting for me at the end.
8 comments:
It's a big boost knowing your family is waiting at the finish line for you. Enjoy the race!
go crank and show off to the fam!
how fun! Have a great time!
i never thought about travelling TO my family to do a triathlon... that's gonna be on next year's TODO list!
it was wonderful having most of my family with me at last year's 5430 Sprint, and my father watching me race on Father's Day.
great that you appreciate having someone at the finish line.
So good to have the kin folks watching you race. They'll make ya want to go fast. do it.
Go for it! Have a great race, and a nice visit with your family.
After Wildflower, everything is easier :-) Have a great race!!
having your family there to watch in itself is bound to make you go faster! good luck in your efforts to PR!!
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