The 2018 Huntsman World Senior Games triathlon, a competition for men, women, and relay teams ages 50 or better, was held on Saturday, Oct. 13 in St. George, Utah. The race started with a 450-meter outdoor pool swim at Summit Athletic Club, followed by a 20K (12.5-mile) bike, and finished with a 5K (3.1-mile) run/walk. Of the 47 women who signed up for the individual … [Read more...] about 2018 Huntsman World Senior Games Triathlon Results
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Countdown to Fall Races
Am I ready for my cycling and race walking races coming up in October? Uh, no. I always feel that way in the weeks and days leading up to events. My biking and walking training hasn't gone the way I would like but it never does. It's not a perfect world. What I am happy about is my improve eating habits. More home cooking, less eating out. Far less sugary things (yep, … [Read more...] about Countdown to Fall Races
It’s Official: Time for Jitters, Can-do Thinking
Well, I finally got off the fence...though I'm not sure whether to cheer or say "Yikes!" Today I signed up for the Division IV (novice) 5K hill climb and the 20K time trial cycling events at the Huntsman World Senior Games, set for Oct. 10 and Oct. 11, respectively. I can feel those pre-race butterflies starting to flutter. They're going to spark a range of thoughts from "What … [Read more...] about It’s Official: Time for Jitters, Can-do Thinking
No Medals, No Ribbons, Still a Winner
On Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016, I completed my first sprint triathlon after a two-plus year hiatus due to annoying elbow issues. While I finished dead last in a field of 38 women, 56 men, and 25 relay teams, I successfully crossed the finish line with a sense of accomplishment and a smile on my face. Seeing my two dear friends, Doug and Marianne Hamilton, capped my special day. Now … [Read more...] about No Medals, No Ribbons, Still a Winner
Race Walk Events Done; Triathlon Remains
I've had a busy, active, and fun week thus far during the 30th edition of the Huntsman World Senior Games here in St. George, Utah. On Tuesday, Oct. 4, I competed in the 1500 meter race walk with 30 other women age 50 and better. I finished in 14:43.50, good enough for fourth in my age group, and a full minute faster than the 1500 meter race the previous Saturday during the … [Read more...] about Race Walk Events Done; Triathlon Remains