Subject: Hello from Kentucky Newbie here from Central Kentucky.
Little back story: I've been running for many years. I've completed several 1/2 marathons and a few Duathlons. I was planning on completing the Derby full marathon this year, but a recent IT band issue is keeping down so I'm not sure about that race.
Moving on, I have thought about, talked about, wanted to do a triathlon for a long time. Maybe now is the time. I'm like many, swimming isn't my strong point. I can swim....but really I can't. Honestly, the more I read on this site, the more I think that maybe I should stick to running/cycling. It seems there is much more in to swimming and OWS than I thought. I have a local YMCA that I planned on taking some lessons with, but I'm starting to question all of this already. There's not many places around that I can practice OWS, except the Kentucky River.
This is the race I was thinking about debuting in: http://www.borderchallengetri.com/
So, here I am....still on the fence. A little worried about the swim and if this is something I can do. |