After 6 tries I finally got my first win of the year at the Giant Eagle 5150 in Columbus, Ohio. (YEAH!!!!). I also got enough points (still awaiting official confirmation) for a spot in the Hy-Vee Triathlon in September. And, I had fun. Three for three on my goals for the weekend!
One of the best parts about the trip to Columbus was I had a stress-free travel experience. My flights were uneventful, my luggage arrived intact, and I had an incredible homestay. Thanks to one of my triathlete friends Erin Spitler, I was hooked up with David and Sue Bell.
Congratulations to Laurel for winning the Commit to Be Fit Giant Eagle 5150 Triathlon in Columbus, Ohio.
Details to follow, but in the meantime, here are the official race results and a slideshow from The Columbus Dispatch.
Most pro triathletes spend the winter at training camp, putting in grueling hours of work in order to prepare for the upcoming season. Instead of spending my days trail running, going on group rides and smashing swim sets, I spent the winter recovering from a C-section and waking up at in the wee hours to feed my newborn daughter. For the first time in my career, I kicked off the racing season while easing into training—slowly and solo.
