As far as triathlon stuff goes, I'm looking into gear and books, being wary of excessive investment in this process. I'll likely be consulting Danskin participants past to find out if the wetsuit/skin is really necessary.
I did learn one thing of interest in my online journey - that there's a name for ladies like me: Athenas. Athena athletes are generally women over 150 pounds. I guess this a more official designation for high-profile triathlons where weights are actually taken at the beginning of races. Still, a community has formed around larger women who do tris (or just choose to be athletic in general?), and I think that's kinda cool. I also think Athena for women seems much kinder than Clydesdales for men, which is the parallel category. You be the judge.
jules, i am so into this! i am so impressed that you are doing this, it *almost* makes me want to do it. no, no it doesn't. i'll be cheering you on from nyc. way to go!
ReplyDeleteI don't know if you have to weigh in for the Athena category. It's like age, you really don't have to prove it. But it's nice so you can compete against people like you and not the 110 pound skimpies...
ReplyDeleteIn terms of the wetsuit..I would say it is worth it ONLY if you practice taking it on and off..and do this a lot. YOu can get stuck in those things and waste precious time in T1. But the benefit it great..you will swim better. Also, will you do another race? If you are only doing one (and I doubt you will....) then it probably isn't worth it.