How Do I Rank?

OK, so I am a middle of the pack age grouper and proud of it. That does not mean I am not competitive though, alas, I have recently checked on my USAT year-end national ranking.
There are 7192 male triathletes in my age group (40-44) in 2007 that are ranked nationally, meaning they have competed in at least three USAT sanctioned triathlons last year. Out of that illustrous group, I am ranked 2399th with a score of 72.45535 (out of a maximum potential 100).
Not bad I guess, but just by finishing a few minutes faster in one of my races I could have made it two spots further up and mathematically within the top third of my age group nationally. Or, as it stands, I can proudly say, I am leading the middle of the pack in my age group.
Rock On!


http://www.usatrankings.com

A Year without Banana Republic

I looked into my closet recently, and though admittedly our Brooklyn home is not blessed with ambple closet space, it was stuffed with things and it dawned on me that I own clothes to last me through the next administration. So, I figured what better way to pay for the high cost of race fees or a new set of cycling wheels than to cut back on clothes shopping. Cut back to zero to be precise, for no less than one year. That's right, no more hunting for bargains at the next Banana Rebublic Sale, no Paul Smith sample sales, nada. Its the year of wearing the clothes that I own. So, if you see me around town wearing something that looks just so last year, well, it is.

Happy New Year!

Boy, time sure flies when you are not focusing on training and racing. Well, we had a great holiday, then after Christmas flew across the country to spend time at our little vacation home in Palm Springs. My daughter Kiera really loved the daily playtime in the pool.

I am still taking it quite easy as far as working out is concerned, some time at the gym, once a week masters swimming and an easy run or spin class thrown in the mix.