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Louisville, Kentucky
United States
World Triathlon Corporation
93F / 34C
Sunny
Total Time = 12h 24m 35s
Overall Rank = 410/1975
Age Group = 30-34
Age Group Rank = 16/86
Pre-race routine:

I had the alarm on my watch set for 3:30AM and the hotel alarm for 3:35AM, but woke up on my own at 3:25AM. Ate a bagel with peanut butter and drank OJ. Put on the BT tatto. Trying to stay calm. Ate a banana. Walked from the Galt hotel to the great lawn transition area with hubby. Met BTers in transition. Filled tires, checked bike, filled fluid bottles. 5:00Am and the transition area was totally bright. They sure had the lights!! Walked with hubby & Abbie to swim start. Was at the swim by 5:30AM and the line was already long. Waited in the swim line with Abbie (AbbieR) and Karen (KSH). Made the wait go by faster. Saw lots of other BTers in line. Was nice waiting in line and chatting. Helped our nerves.
Event warmup:

walking from hotel to transition and then to swim start.
Swim
  • 1h 08m 5s
  • 4224 yards
  • 01m 25s / 100 yards
Comments:

Water temp was nice. No wetsuit needed or wanted. Water was not too dark or dirty. I could see my hand in front of me. Little more current and chop than the practice swim on Saturday. I don't like swimming in a group. First part of the swim around the island was a bit crowded. I would pull away from a group and then catch up with the next group. I don't like being near feet, legs, bodies when swimming. Water felt crowded until after making the turn and then it was open. It seemed to take forever past the island to actually reach the turn point. I guess I thought it was closer to the end of the island, but it was actually down a bit more. Tried to site and swim straight on the swim back, but kept getting off course. I also tried to slow down and pee a few times, but could not do it. Volunteers were at the steps to help us out of the water.
What would you do differently?:

Push the swim a bit faster. I was at a nice pace, but think I could have gone a bit faster. Be more agressive in the crowds.
Transition 1
  • 05m 38s
Comments:

Saw Tammy (tnickerson) and Sharon (yoganerd) as I exited the water. They were volunteering. No crowds in transition. A volunteer handed me my bag and I jogged to the changing tent. Volunteer was wonderful helping me get ready. Forgot to use the port-a-potty! Put socks and shoes on at the bike since it was a fairly long distance from tent to bike.
What would you do differently?:

Pick up the pace.
Bike
  • 6h 08m 28s
  • 112 miles
  • 18.24 mile/hr
Comments:

The course is very pretty, but I didn't even notice during the race. I was too focused on racing.

Hilly, but similar to my training. I had rode the bike course once at the end of May and then again in mid June. This was so helpful. I knew what to expect. It is hilly, but not too bad after the out & back road. First part of the ride is flat (River Rd). The most challenging part of the course is the out & back on 1694. Only ride this once. The first loop with this road is around 80 miles and then the course repeates the loop minus the 1694. Saw a few BTers on River Rd and then on the out & back. Bikers were bunching up some on the early sections. I was worried about the officals calling out drafting, but I guess they understood it was a crowd and not intended. Rolling hills for the rest of the course and then flat into the finish. Course was well marked and well supported. Not too much road traffic. Took water and gatorade on some stops. Volunteers were great! Nutrition went well. Had no problems eating or drinking. Crowd support was nice. Stopped along side the road to pee around mile 46. Could not wait any longer!! I could feel the heat and the humidity increase as the miles continued. Flat ride at the end to the finish. Felt very strong on the bike.
What would you do differently?:

Went a bit too hard on the bike. Felt great, but maybe needed to hold some back for the run.
Transition 2
  • 05m 52s
Comments:

Tammy (tnickerson) was handing out bags. She handed me my run back and I jogged to the changing tent. No crowds. Two volunteers helped me get ready for the run. Remembered to use the port-a-potty.
What would you do differently?:

Pick up the pace. I am slow in transition.
Run
  • 4h 56m 32s
  • 26.2 miles
  • 11m 19s  min/mile
Comments:

Hot & humid!! I underestimated how difficult it would be to run a marathon after the swim and the bike. For me, it was much more difficult than expected. Marathon run - no problem, half IM run - no problem, IM run - very difficult!!!

I stopped around mile 3 to use my inhaler (asthma), but it didn't help much. The air was thick. No shade on the course. Saw a bank sign around mile 4 that said 93 degrees. Mile markers at every mile and an aid station at every mile. Walked through every aid station except the first one on the bridge. Took water and gatorade. Forced myself to move faster between the stations. I was tired and the heat was intense. Cold sponges and ice down the sports bra were a nice treat every mile. Every muscle in my body wanted to stop, but my heart wouldn't let me. I could feel the blisters on my toes and feet due to all the water. Shoes and sockes were soaked. I'm usually able to eat while running, but not today. Only water and Gatorade. Had 2 gels, but they went down rough. Potty stop at mile 20. Kept moving forward. It was mentally tough being back on 4th street at the finish, but then needed to run the second loop. The heat made the run very difficult, but I also think I pushed too hard on the bike and didn't have enough left. I talked to myself the last 3 miles of the run. The last mile was crazy was the fans!! We were all stars for the last .2 mile.
What would you do differently?:

Push harder. Try to keep feet dry.
Post race
Warm down:

Saw Tammy (tnickerson) at the finish line volunteering. She helped me get my goodies and picture. It was great having her be with me at the end. I was happy & emotional. Hubby was right there too. Tammy & hubby walked me to the athlete check out for food, etc. Called a few people to tell them I was alive and now an ironman. Couldn't eat, so drank some water. Saw some fellow BTers and chatted for a while.

Walked with hubby past the hotel to the great lawn for my bike and bags. I think the walking was good for my legs to cool down. Then walked the bike and bags back to the hotel. Was in some pain. Showered and ordered pizza. Still couldn't really eat. Wanted to go back to the finish to watch other BTers finish, but I could not move and had no desire to put my feet with the blisters back into shoes. Watched others finish online.


What limited your ability to perform faster:

heat & humidity

Event comments:

An amazing experience.




Last updated: 2007-12-19 12:00 AM
Swimming
01:08:05 | 4224 yards | 01m 25s / 100yards
Age Group: 10/86
Overall: 191/1975
Performance: Good
Suit: no wetsuit
Course: Ohio River. 1/3 up stream and 2/3 down stream.
Start type: Plus:
Water temp: 84F / 29C Current: Medium
200M Perf. Below average Remainder: Good
Breathing: Good Drafting: Below average
Waves: Average Navigation: Average
Rounding: Good
T1
Time: 05:38
Performance: Good
Cap removal: Good Helmet on/
Suit off:
No
Wetsuit stuck? No Run with bike: No
Jump on bike: No
Getting up to speed:
Biking
06:08:28 | 112 miles | 18.24 mile/hr
Age Group: 12/86
Overall: 410/1975
Performance: Good
first segment - 22.5 miles - 1:12:45 - 18.56 mph second segment - 21.4 miles - 1:16:43 - 16.74 mph third segment - 30.5 miles - 1:44:52 - 17.45 mph final segment - 37 miles - 1:54:08 - 19.45 mph
Wind: Some
Course: Rolling hills.
Road: Smooth Dry Cadence:
Turns: Good Cornering: Good
Gear changes: Good Hills: Good
Race pace: Hard Drinks: Just right
T2
Time: 05:52
Overall: Good
Riding w/ feet on shoes
Jumping off bike
Running with bike
Racking bike
Shoe and helmet removal
Running
04:56:32 | 26.2 miles | 11m 19s  min/mile
Age Group: 16/86
Overall: 410/1975
Performance: Good
first segment - 4 miles - 38:59 - 9:44/mile second segment - 4.3 miles - 44:38 - 10:22/mile third segment - 4.15 miles - 47:37 - 11:28/mile fourth segment - 3.5 miles - 40:21 - 11:31 mile fifth segment - 4.3 miles - 50:05 - 11:38/mile sixth segment - 4.15 miles - 54:03 - 13:01/mile final segment - 1.8 mile - 20:49 - 11:33/miles
Course: Flat. 2 loop course. Very hot and humid.
Keeping cool Bad Drinking Just right
Post race
Weight change: %
Overall: Good
Mental exertion [1-5] 5
Physical exertion [1-5] 5
Good race? Yes
Evaluation
Course challenge Just right
Organized? Yes
Events on-time? Yes
Lots of volunteers? Yes
Plenty of drinks? Yes
Post race activities: Good
Race evaluation [1-5] 5

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2008-09-01 3:53 PM
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Awesome race and RR. Congratulations you are an Ironman. I can't believe after all that you already got your RR up.
2008-09-01 3:56 PM
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Congratulations! Great race!
2008-09-01 4:19 PM
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Congratulations on the great race, in the tough conditions!
2008-09-01 4:46 PM
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You rocked it...Ironman!

Heal up those blisters you have another IM in October.

I love the determination you displayed in your run when your body didn't want to keep going but your will ruled...shows what you are made of.

2008-09-01 4:53 PM
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Awesome race and a great finish on a tough day. Congrats on becoming and Ironman!


2008-09-01 5:56 PM
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Congrats.  Amazing achievement.  You did a great job, you should be proud.
2008-09-01 7:00 PM
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Awesome Job Congratulations!!!
2008-09-01 7:12 PM
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Way to go, Amy!
2008-09-01 7:17 PM
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Absolutely awesome race!! Congratulations--you did great out there!
2008-09-01 7:25 PM
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OMG, you did so AWESOME Amy!  You race with so much heart and it was special for me to be there for you at the finish line.  What an inspiration!  You did good, girl and I'm VERY proud of you!!!!  



2008-09-01 7:47 PM
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FROM ONE AMY TO ANOTHER...AWESOME JOB OUT THERE YOU IRONMAN!!

Seriously, I heard how brutal it was, you should be so very proud!!! WELL DONE!

2008-09-01 8:18 PM
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You were a rockstar out there!! I was so glad to see you on the bike - you looked awesome!!!
2008-09-01 10:09 PM
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Awesome race.  You rocked it!!! 
2008-09-01 10:37 PM
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Awesome race!  Glad to see your smiling face out there.  Good luck in your next one in a few weeks!  Youll be used to the heat and no hills .. should be a breeze!
2008-09-02 5:54 AM
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AMY!!!!!!!!!! You absolutely rocked the course out there Sunday and kicked my a$$ in the marathon! Way to go girl!!! Enjoy the rest of the week recovering. It was great to meet you and Andy and I'm glad I got to see you after the race! You looked like you just finished a sprint race, not an Ironman!

YOU ARE AN IRONMAN!!!



2008-09-02 6:05 AM
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WooHooo! AWESOME race, Amy! Congratulations! And you are doing another one in October?? You really are an IronMan!
2008-09-02 6:49 AM
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Congratulations and great race!
2008-09-02 8:23 AM
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Great race, congrats.
2008-09-02 8:51 AM
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How exciting! I can't imagine the heat and humidity - you're a rock star! Only 8 more weeks until your next one...you're crazy!
2008-09-02 9:08 AM
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Awesome race! Very well done!!!


2008-09-02 9:46 AM
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Very nice meeting you and your husband at swim practice. Congrats on the race, nice job!!!!!!!!
2008-09-02 1:54 PM
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Great job Amy, after following your progress throughout the day I was bummed I missed you crossing the finish line.
2008-09-02 1:58 PM
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Simply terrific!  Such a pleasure to meet you, as well. 

Your smile is contagious!

 Well done, Ironman.

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2008-09-02 2:19 PM
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WOO Woooo Woooo  AMY !!!!!

the race is over girl or was there one for getting the race report up fast.  It was great meeting you and your husband this weekend.  I saw him close to the finish line still cheering for people which was awesome.

You had a fantastic race out there, you will do fine for you next IM..  

 

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