On Saturday morning, we met for an early morning run where we previewed some special bits of the run course – the golf course run – the 18th hole spectator viewing point – the finish line – and the amazing run up from the swim to transition. Once everyone had a feel for the ‘logistics’…
We met for a swim racing technique session on Friday and followed that up with a talk about riding the Ironman course successfully. We touched on mental preparedness, nutritional strategies that I have learned and practiced in 32 Ironman events and the logistics of riding for 6 to 8 hours. Everyone received their ‘treat bags’…
In May 2008, Lisa Bentley challenged Regina’s Mayor Pat Fiacco to a race. Both Lisa and Mayor Pat are racing Subaru Ironman Canada on August 24th, 2008. Lisa had been invited to speak to the City of Regina and Viterra employees and during that appearance, the ‘bet’ was wagered. It is called the ‘Equalizer’ –…
I had been itching to race! So when I saw that there was a new 70.3 event in Providence, Rhode Island, I was pretty eager to make it happen. During those long computrainer rides in my basement and the subsequent channel surfing during those rides, I had watched a television show called “Providence”. It seemed…
All is well here in my training preparation for Subaru Ironman Canada on August 24th. And in preparation, I am heading to Rhode Island for the inaugural Providence 70.3 event this coming weekend. I have always wanted to go there and what a better way to see the sites than to swim, pedal and run…
I have so much exciting news – but first a little race update. Last week, I raced the Subaru Muskoka Chase – this is the Muskoka classic – 2 km swim, 55 km bike, 15 km run – where the women start first – 18 minutes ahead of the men and the first person across…
Race season has finally started for me. After a long break over the winter to heal my heel, I finally jumped into my first race – the Florida 70.3. It was so good to hear that gun go off and be able to run into the water and not be grimacing in pain! The best…
After a very long off season of great training in Clermont, Florida, I am finally going to get to race!!! Florida 70.3 on May 18th is going to be my first race of the season. I returned home at the end of March and bid farewell to the beautiful 50 meter outdoor pool and unlimited…
Every day I say to myself, “self, you should really write down everything you did today and post it on your site” and then each day, I train, do my office work , and before I know it, it is time to unwind and resume my life as a wife, daughter, sister, friend and dog-mom….
I finished in 15th place yesterday and that was the best that I could do. No regrets. No excuses. And no feeling sorry for me. I fulfilled my dream and my life’s goal. I made a difference in the life of one person in this world. Have a great day today! Lisa
