Tag: triathlon
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Water Support

Not long after sunrise, My kayak slid into the water,Surrounded by a dozen others,Paddling slowly out to our buoys,Along the swim portion of the triathlon course.With each stroke, I moved farther away from shore,From the pulsating music,Shouting DJ, public announcements,My eyes set on the vast expanse of the glassy lake.A lake at sunrise,A thing of…
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The Tri

My first triathlon ever, and as day breaks, I’m both nervous and excited. I lay out my equipment for each stage of the course, Shorts and shirt, bike and helmet, towel, socks and sneakers. I shimmy into my wetsuit and strap on my ankle timer, Join my group at the water, ready for the signal,…
