In less than two weeks, I will be toeing the line with some of the worlds best triathletes and I couldn't be more honored, proud, and excited.
On May 15th I had knee surgery to repair and clean up cartilage. I was unsure how quickly I'd recover and if I would even be able to start this race.
With two weeks to go, I am confident I will be able to start. Last Saturday, I tested out the waters and raced in an international triathlon in St. Pete. I was able to not only complete but test some speed and push myself. I finished the day as the 4th fastest female and won my age group. It was a good day.
Fort DeSoto International Triathlon
Category: 1/4
Overall: 6/119
Gender: 3/37
Bike: 20 miles, 54:37, 22.0 mph
Category: 1/4
Overall: 41/119
Gender: 4/37
Run: 6.1 mile, 54:31, 8:47/mile
Category: 2/4
Overall: 44/119
Gender: 9/37
Training progress since surgery
I have slowly built the distance and I know my body will be ready on race day. My speed hasn't completely returned; however, I am at distance and couldn't be happier.
This past weekend, I put in my longest distances and today my knee feels great. Countdown to Choo!
