White Lake Half Split Times

White Lake Half Ironman Finishing Time

6:02:03

When I was crossing the finish line and heard the announcer call out this time, I was happy. I thought it would have taken me 7 hours to finish the race.

Now that I have had time to replay the entire race in my mind, I wish I had worn a watch. I was only 2:03 from breaking the 6 hour mark. I could have done it if I realized I was that close. (and I would still be smiling)

Swim Split- 38:28
Pretty satisfied with this time. I did swim off course in the beginning so I know I can work on sighting. I wasn't sure how hard to push on the swim because I knew I had a long day ahead. The swim was probably my favorite part of this race. I still can't believe I was in the water for that long because it flew by and felt easy.

T1: 2:34- Not horrible. Since I was in the back of the pack I had a long run with my bike out of transition. I'm still like "March of the Penguins" when I have to run in my clips.

Bike: 3:08:40
I'm not happy with this time. I know I could have pushed harder but I was scared. I didn't want to blow myself up on my bike so I listened to Chuck and kept my pace at 17.7 mph. I wonder- if I did go harder on my bike would my run suffer? Would I have stopped smiling? This race was full of unknowns and my goal was just to finish. Looking back it's easy to see mistakes I made.

T2: 3:04- I had to pee!

Run: 2:09:19
Pretty happy about this time. I didn't hurt during the run. The first three miles were harder than the last 10. I really tried to take everything in and enjoy the run, which I did. I saw many encouraging faces during the run- Jessica, Meg, TriDaddy and Jamie. I crossed the finish line smiling and started the swim smiling. I'm alive and healthy so I can't complain too much.



Things I learned: I'm not as modest as I thought. If I am under pressure, I will squat and pee in public. I may just piss on the bike next time. Urine is like filtered water, it's pretty sterile. Let the flood gates open! :)


The human body is amazing. My body has been through a lot, some from illness and some from self abuse. It can recover and heal quickly.

A structured training plan got me through this race.
Charlie Storm has helped me so much on this journey. He's one of the best bike fitters in the USA. Thanks for all your time and help, Chuck!

Everything is easier if you have a good attitude and smile.

I will try a lot harder on the bike next year! Bring it on!