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Sprint Triathlon Training...

So far I've learned:

Triathlons can be expensive!

First time riding a bike since Jr. High makes your rear incredibly sore.

Swimming in open water with a wetsuit makes the workout sooo much easier.

Riding a road bike for the first time, clipped in, is terrifying. I was so nervous I didn't shift gears for 3 miles.

People laugh but I pack a wetsuit in a backpack, jump on my bike and ride to the lake. Put all my gear on and start swimming. Once finished, pack everything into my backpack, jump back on the bike, and ride a longer route home.

August 18th is going to be here before I know it.
Next goal is to ride the road bike on hills.

Wish me luck!
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13 comments:

  1. Kelly and TylerJuly 26, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    sprint tri's are so fun!!!!

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  2. MandersJuly 26, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    Sound fun! Can't wait to hear all about it!

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  3. JeNnAJuly 26, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    What a very fun thing. I cant wait til I can start training for something. Or even just start working out! I am excited for you!

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  4. Auntie EMJuly 26, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    Good luck to you. Just finish and you will come in in first place in my book. It is a great thing to train for so best to you. :)

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  5. ZoeyJuly 26, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    I am so excited for you! Good job for training so hard and preparing the right way!

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  6. AlyJuly 26, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    That is awesome Ashley! My goal is to someday train for a do a triathlon. You'll do awesome!

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  7. MindyJuly 26, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    What a neat goal to be reaching! I know how much exercising can make a difference on the days that you are stuck in your head. You go girl!

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  8. summergibbsJuly 27, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    You are so brave! I rode my cousin's road bike and tipped it over within like two feet...good thing I wasn't clipped in! In my defense...those tires are REALLY narrow. Good luck!

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  9. RosalieJuly 27, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    THAT is so awesome! No laughing from me about the wetsuit...I can't even swim, so I admire you greatly! I wish you much luck and much love at the same time! Be safe!

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  10. Lea and her MustangsJuly 27, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Luck - oh boy, I would need more than luck. I would need a miracle to finish one part of it. I will wish you luck and pray for you too. You are so brave Ashley for attempting this. Keep us posted dear one.

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  11. CherriJuly 27, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    I am so impressed! We'll be cheering you on, if only from our front porch! Go Ashley!

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  12. The SullengersJuly 27, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    I agree with if you finish you are first in my book - cause that doesn't tempt me at all! I hate to run :) So good luck!

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  13. AliAugust 2, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    Good luck!

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