The New Mexico State triathlon championships & the Sully Super Sprint triathlon?

The Jay Benson triathlon is the most competitive race in New Mexico. I've heard the Jay Benson referred to as the New Mexico state triathlon championships more than once. Since I was planning on being at an all time low body weight by then I was expecting to really throw a smack down that day. I was really disappointed when I found out I wouldn't be racing it this year. I found out that the Jay Benson triathlon's registration closed on March 6th. I had put my name down on the stand by list, but even then I was #42 & it was unlikely I'd get a slot. To say I was disappointed was an understatement! I was looking foreword to the Jay Benson more so than any other race of the year. I was planning on showing the new & improved multisport me.

I have been controlling my weight loss so that I'd be at a certain weight by each of my 2 most important races of the year. 185 by the Atomicman, & then be at my dream race weight of 182.5 by the week of the Jay Benson.

Today I received a call from Sports Systems & they said I got one of the last slots on the Jay Benson waiting list!! All I have to do is drive to Sports Systems, fill out a registration form, & pay for my slot & I'm in!!! I'm so happy!

Speaking of weight loss, I'm down to 194 pounds. The lightest I've ever raced at was 194 pounds 2 years ago (at the Jay Benson triathlon actually). I had one of the best races of my life at that weight. This Sunday I'll be racing the Sully Super Sprint triathlon in Alpine TX. By then I should be slightly under 194! Perfect timing! I'm hoping for a break through performance this Sunday! My training has been at an all time high, & my weight will be at an all time low! The last time I raced the Sully Super Sprint triathlon I had a heavier bike, heavier and less aerodynamic wheels, and weighed 227 pounds! I still finished the day in 9th place overall. So I'm really hoping & expecting a great placing this weekend! Log in here to see how I do!!!