Danskin Triathlon Austin-2003

Well…the Diva has lost her mind. I’ve decided to train for a triathlon! I’m joining DonnainDallas and Chesty in the madness (crazy loves company).

The Danskin Triathlon consists of a 1/2 mile swim (.75K), 12 mile bike ride (20K), and a 3.1 mile run/walk (5K). The event is hosted by several cities and we’ll be doing the Austin race in June 2003. Part of the proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, so how can I not do this? 🙂

My main concern is the swimming aspect. I am a strong swimmer, but I’ve never done anything with a set distance. I’ll be the first to admit that my upper body strength sucks, so I definitely have my work cut out for me. I’m sure Donna and I will be posting training updates from time to time, so feel free to offer ~~kicks in the ass~~ encouragement. 🙂

YAY YOU! How inspiring. You’re so great. I’m looking forward to the training updates. RYN: What type of exercise?

I admire you. I would love to do something like this but my knees are shot. I have good muscle tone in quads and arms but the knees need to be replaced.

^..^Kat

June 26, 2002

You are awesome!!

jmelyn

Again, I’m amazed! Go you! 🙂

DarkRen

Time to hit the pool and do laps!

ChinaBaby

Great! Check out “That Girl” ‘s diary. She did a triathlon last year and is training for one this year. I think it was Danskin too!

fatcat

OMG I want to do it!!!! That would be so cool! Hmmm…You will be fine with the swimming I am sure!

You are so inspiring.

AppleGirl

June 27, 2002

How cool.. now you’ve got me thinking I want to try one, but I am in Michigan. I looked on a couple websites and found some, but will have to try it next summer.. there’s no way I can be ready in a month. you are so inspiring.

This should really give you incentive to keep up the healthy life style. I’m looking forward to hearing updates on how your training is going!

I’ve never heard of Luna bars… maybe they only have them in the States?

*good swift kick in the a$$* i wish i could do this with you, but alas, no time 😛