myself a bit harder. it is tough to know when you haven't done it before.
overall, i learned a ton and feel that if i had to do it again next weekend i could easily shave 10 minutes off my final time. overall i am pleased with my time of 1 hour, 46 minutes and 40 seconds for a 1/2 mile swim, 12 mile bike ride and 3 mile run. i definitely know there is a lot of room for improvement and can't wait to get out there again!
okay, that was really long and i still have so much more to say so stay tuned for part 2 the emotional side 