Xterra is known as a difficult Triathlon, even for seasoned triathletes. After my hockey career ended at Junior (age 21) I need an excuse to pursue fitness and just going to the gym was not for me. I began training for short triathlons and ended up participating in 1-2 triathlons per year, from sprints to half Ironman and some Xterra's mixed in so I could be in my happy place (Mountains).
The thing about triathlons is that it takes time to develop the athletic base. I've not kept up with training during my last 5 years that I took off triathlons. In and attempt to set a current fitness benchmark for myself moving forward, I signed up for the Victoria Xterra on Vancouver Island. I knew full well that I was not quite ready but thought I could push through with sheer stuborness on a race day to surprise myself. Lining up for the swim I realized that this was a crew of people that were there to race, not simply complete the event. I was obviously rusty bud did find time to enjoy the day and have a much better idea of what is required to compete in an Xterra again.
I've got my eye on another triathlon in September closer to home where I may compete in the Sprint Length (750m Swim - 12km Min Bike - 5 km run). I'm excited to have the drive to train again and push myself. Next year I will post a more successful race!
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