I conquered my first triathlon last month. It was a super sprint triathlon meaning it wasn't a full length tri. This women-only triathlon on 9/11 benefitted the firefighters of the area. I found out about it in July and told a few girlfriends about it. They accepted the challenge and the training began! New to the world of triathlon, I searched online for a training guide and found an eight week program that would prep me for the big day. Being about two months from the event, this workout plan was perfect. Training had its ups and downs. There were days that I missed my turbo kickboxing classes and days that the lap pool was the last place I wanted to be, but it was fun pushing my body to different exercises and getting out of the typical workout routine I stick to.
Alas, the day came! I just focused on having fun and getting through the swimming, biking, and running. I wasn't pushing to finish within a certain time; I just aimed to finish. I finished in 38 minutes. It was a great feeling to cross the finish line! I also had a great support team cheering on my friends and I. It was a great experience and accomplishment. I hope to do another sprint triathlon come the springtime. I'm also looking into some 5ks and duathlons this winter. Anyone care to join in on the fitness fun? :)
Have you ever done a triathlon?
Stay happy & healthy,
Sarah