Another newbie from Dallas area

First post....been lurking for a couple of days.

I used to ride 100+ miles a week recreationally both with a mtn bike and road bike (back in my 20s---I'm 39 now). Did a few long distance organized rides (on the MTN bike)....then had some back issues and didn't ride/train as much. I also did a bit of 'running/jogging' during that part of my life and sometimes had ankle problems. Hopefully those won't get in the way of my goals (or it's going to be biking and swimming only for me). We'll see how that goes...

Then got married....wife started mountain and recreation riding w/me....too busy at work.....one little lady addition....then another (they are now 1 & 2.5)....no time for staying in shape....you get the idea.....making the lifestyle change to get back into my 20s shape this year because I want to see my young ladies get married and see my grandkids (and in that order :-)).

Have always watched triathalons and major bike races (big fan) on the tube...loved the stories behind the competitors....not just the winners....it's time to go for one.....I'm now self employed....have a bit more time (well, sort of, married w/2 young ladies in diapers, self employed, yeah right).....

I want to first get under the clydesdale category with a lot of bike and swim training (before running). My goal is to do a few distance rides on the bike during the year (I now have a nice bike for road riding), lots of swim training mixed in, start the running regimen mid year, and get myself registered and finish a sprint length tri by the end of the year.

That's it for now.

Greetings!

Blair