This is a bit early for a New Year's one, but Elizabeth and I have decided that we are ready to embark on our first triathlon. Yes, you read it correctly, triathlon. Swimming, then Biking, then Running, all one right after the other. Without stopping.
You may be asking "Why would you do this?" After writing that, I am asking that as well. However, it is done, we are registered and paid, so we might as well. And it is a short distance beginner triathlon. In fact, it is called "My First Triathlon" though not sponsored by Fisher-Price as far as I can tell.
The point of all of this is to first invite the blogosphere to both join us in this adventure, and keep us accountable (in a supportive way) for the training that we both must do to accomplish this. The race is June 5, 2010, so we have exactly 6 months to train. We are both focusing on our weakest event, which is swimming for me, and running for Elizabeth.
We are inviting anyone and everyone to participate also in this national race, which happens to be just outside of Atlanta (at Lake Lanier). It is a sprint distance triathlon (1/4 mile swim, 12 mile bike, 5k run) that is designed for first timers. If any of you are triathlon veterans, there is the "My Next Triathlon" which starts 15 minutes earlier and follows the same course. We are participating in the Saturday June 5 race, and info is here if you want to join us. www.firsttri.com
If you want to come and join us, let us know and we will figure out transportation and housing and all kinds of fun stuff (like a giant fat-filled meal Sat night). We already have one friend signed up (thanks, Matthew!) and the more the merrier!
Go Team Fowlkes!
6 comments:
Back when I did my last triathlon a couple of years ago......well, maybe not. Sounds ambitious and fun. Best of luck to you both.
So jealous! I would love love LOVE to tri with you. But alas, running is no longer a supported feature of Bob. If you ever find a swim-bike event, I'm there. In the meantime, I'll totally cheer your endeavor on!
Would love to be there, for sideline support needless to say. Just know that you can always recover while on the beach in Pensacola the following week, June 13 - 20, with family to bring you drinks, prepare meals and be proud!
GO TEAM FOWLKES!! Aunt Linda
GO TEAM! That is an ambitious undertaking. Uncle William did the Ironman and his weakest leg was swimming so he might have some training ideas, though yours is not quite as long....Anyway, I will lend moral suppport as I don't think I can actually be there. I have two bike rides planned, though, so I will be training with you in spirit! GrannyB
You guys have fun with that! I'll stick to my cycling though I've toyed with the idea of jogging to get the baby weight off next year. We'll see. GOOD LUCK!!!
oh wow! that's so awesome. i want to come! to cheer, that is (not participate).
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