First Triathlon

Alright, so here it is, the information regarding my first triathlon.

  Every year, near my cottage, 2 hours north of Toronto, there is a triathlon for charity called Joe's Team Triathlon.  The triathlon is for the Princess Margret Hospital Foundation, which is one of the top 5 cancer research centres in the world.  The triathlon takes place on Lake Joseph, along Old Highway 69, and through the town of MacTier.  The swim and transition areas are located on the grounds of the Canadian National Institute for the Blind.

  The cause is very near and dear to my heart, as a few years back, I lost my aunt Cathy to cancer.  She was very close to my family and myself, and her passing was very hard.  She will never be forgotten, and with everyone's help, CANcer BE BEATEN.

  My goal for the event is to raise at least $2500 before July 1.  Thus far, I am just over $1000 and counting.  If you want to donate, you can do so at my personal page.  Please tell anyone who you know that has been affected, directly or indirectly, by cancer and who might be willing and able to support me.  All donations, and encouragement, are greatly appreciated.

  Now, on to a bit of information about the actual event.  The event takes place on July 10th.  It is a sprint triathlon, which means that it is a 750m swim, a 20km bike and a 5km run.  The hardest part of the race will be the swim, as it is for most people.  I am a fairly strong swimmer, though, so hopefully with a bit of practice and pacing, I will be able to be strong at this.

  As this is going to be my first triathlon, I am not expecting to be competitive, however I would like to finish with a respectable time.  That is the goal.

Of course, if I see someone in front of me, I am going to try to catch them.......

A bit about my training and progress to come tomorrow.

Your Armchair Ironman