How it began

On July 24, registration for the Lake Placid Ironman opened--a day after the 2006 race completed. My partner (JB) called with a co-worker, Rob. Rob had just registered for 2007 race and promised to be my training partner if I registered too. JB reminded me that it has been a life goal to compete in the Lake Placid Ironman.

With 355 days to prepare, the support of my partner (a triathlon widow), and a training partner on board, I put my money on the line and officially registered. Like many others before me, the inspiration from watching the broadcast of the race in Kona has me on the road to becoming an Ironwoman. Could it be more difficult then becoming a Half-Ironwoman in the Florida 70.3......I sure hope not.