mom power!

Nothing better than moms getting together for their first triathlon. We've got a local sprint triathlon coming up at an awesome facility just about 10 minutes from our neighborhood. What an awesome opportunity for a group of moms to band together for their first-ever triathlon! I joined them for their initial planning session several weeks ago. We had all different skill levels - ranging from no experience biking, running, or swimming (gotta love the spirit there!) to another mom with marathon and high school swimming background. Definitely some nerves about the race concept, but awesome support, camaraderie and sharing.

Ever since there's been weekly e-mails on training schedules and updates. The moms have been meeting every Friday morning at the neighborhood pool for swim practice. Everyone brings their kiddos and they hangout on the playground while the moms get in some laps. Also been buddying up on rides and weekly brick practice. Now we're 2 weeks from race day!

Any opportunities like this in your area? A sprint triathlon is totally doable for your typical mom. It's generally about a 300 meter swim, 12-15 mile bike and a 5k run. It's all about you and the accomplishment - no worries about times or places. You can google a triathlon calendar for your city and check it out. I bet you know some moms who would love the challenge! I'll let you know how the girls do!