This weekend I did the Honu 70.3 Ironman Competition on the Big Island. That's a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, and a 13.1 mile run (exactly half an ironman). It was a ton of fun, but also pretty crazy! First of all there is a mass 1,300 person deep water start. So basically a TON of people treading water until the gun goes off and then total chaos as that many people try to squeeze between two buoys. I got punched, kicked, dunked, you name it!
After that the bike course goes all the way to the Northernmost tip of the Big Island, Hawi. The bike course was pretty hilly, but the WIND was insane. I almost got blown off of my bike several times and I had to ride leaning into it just to remain upright! The way back was nice, though, because there was a bit of a tailwind and some nice descents.
Then we were off for the run which was a loopy course around the Mauna Lani Resort area. I was feeling good and I passed at least a hundred people (my bike was pretty slow), but the last TWO miles was straight up hill! My legs were cramping badly and I did everything I could to keep my muscles from locking (including drinking coke). Thank goodness it worked and somehow I mustered the strength to sprint to the finish! That felt good!
As it turns out, I got second in my age group AND the coolest part is that I got a spot for the Ironman World Championship!! That's THE Ironman! I am so pumped!
I had to be away from H for 3 days :( I missed her so much!!! She was happy as a clam with her Strong Papi and Toots (although they did say she said Mama" the whole time). Now that I am back, she won't let me leave the room!
4 comments:
Once again you show how REAL WOMEN GET DOWN!!!! You are theeee greatest Kelly! I mean that!!!! After I heal from my surgery... I'm ready to train with you!!!!
That is so awesome. Dave did the Iron Man the first year they had it in Utah...and it was hard work--qualifying for the Championship is INSANE!! Congratulations. You have to be the strongest woman I know!
Congrats Kelly! I get teary eyed watching all the stories from the Ironman on TV maybe I will see you on it let us know when it is!
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Way to make me feel inadequate with all your swimming, biking, and running. Maybe some day I'll work up to a triathlon. Congratulations. That's a huge accomplishment, especially considering you're a new mom!
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