The first big test before race day

On Sunday I completed my first big test of the weeks of training that began back in January, by participating in my second race of the year.

My results were very satisfying as I set a new personal best by nearly 30 minutes and felt great after the event. 50th place finish in my age group just put me in the top 50%.

PLACE NAME SWIM BIKE RUN FINISH

50 Daniel Hayes 37:37 2:53:18 1:56:32 5:33:59

Since this was a World Qualifying Event, the field was very competitive with several pros racing as well. On top of that, the bike course was hilly as all get out. I worked hard to hit just over 19 mph! Just the prep I need for the rolling hills of Wisconsin. But I have to say, the scenery rivalled anything I've seen.

Now it's 6 more weeks of hard training with 2 weeks of taper before I hit the starting line in Madison with 2500 other maniacs!

Its unbelievable to think its really that close. I'm excited and nervous, all at once. I'm certain it will be an event to remember!

To all my friends at CCE, I've been keeping up with the news and you've got some exciting things going on. Just keep that stock moving up, will ya!?

Take care everybody.