This moment right here is what all the training is for. I placed 5th in my age bracket, 34th overall, and finished with my best time ever!! Fought an asthma attack after the swim, my glutes and quads were on fire during the bike ride, almost puked twice during the run, my everything hurts and Iβm beyond exhaustedβ¦. And I canβt wait to do it again!! ππΌββοΈπ΄π½ββοΈππ½ββοΈ Iβm proud of all the athletes that raced, and to be a part of this community. One of the things I love about this sport, besides the way it pushes me mentally and physically, is the camaraderie. I saw some bloody bike crashes and runners upchucking and barely making it across the finish line, but athletes were encouraging each other and in some cases, physically lifting each other up. Thereβs a mutual respect, and itβs a privilege to race next to such individuals. Now back to recovery mode with ice baths, massage guns, hot tubs, yoga, and massages. Time to build back some muscle! πͺπ½
