TFI Athletes Rock Ironman 70.3 Texas (and Sprint)

Mike O. and Ang O. competed in Galveston last month.

Mike was attempting his first 70.3.  We had spent a great deal of time putting a race plan into place.  Both the bike and the run at Galveston are  pancake flat.  The wind can be an issue on the out and back bike. It's important to focus on your effort level not your speed - especially when heading into the wind.

 Sunday the wind was in Mike's face on the way out.  he watched his heart rate and kept his effort within the planned range.  He got off the bike feeling strong.  His first 8.5 miles on the run were all consistent.  It was a bit of a struggle over the last miles in no small part due to a hiccup with his nutrition on the bike.

This race served two purposes for Mike.  1) get a 70.3 race under his belt to build confidence for IMWI. 2) test his nutrition and pacing for a longer race.  Check and check.

Angie had a perfect race (perfect because her first open water swim was canceled due to high winds).  She tore up the bike with a new PR and felt strong on the run.

The highlight of the weekend though for Angie was talking with pro Andy Potts.

All in all a great start to racing for TFI athletes!