Howard Family Adventures: Heel and Crank Duathlon

Since I've started on this fitness adventure, one of my co-workers has been antagonizing me into pushing myself further and further. While that's not a bad thing, it tends to lead me into doing things like entering a Duathlon. So, several months ago I entered the Heel and Crank Duathlon, it's a 2.5 mile run, followed by a 10 mile bike, followed by another 2.5 mile run. It's not the easiest thing in the world to do. But I f*ing did it.

Getting the bike ready

Heading to the transition area

Great Bike Shop

Who Knows

So I headed out with my trusty wife at my side. Kelley really deserves a lot of credit for supporting me in all of this. She does a great job cheering me on and helping me do all of this. I really don't think I could do it without her. I got my bike set up and found a place on the racks in the transition area. If you've never experienced a multi-sport event like this, the transition area is where you go from running to biking and then from biking back to running. It can be hectic if you are competitive. If you are me however, the place is empty.

Getting ready to race

Off I go

Random picture

See how empty it is when I get done

Lone Wolf McQuaid

Heading out for the bike ride

I owned the bike ride

So the last 2.5 miles was tough. I fought a calf cramp that was really annoying. But I still finished in under 1:45:00, which was my goal. This was a great event and I'm excited to see how much improvement I make next year.