This is my fifth day in Cheju and hard to believe I only have two days until I head to Beijing. The past few days have been very challenging training in the heat and humidity, but I am beginning to feel like I am getting adjusted to training in this climate. The other day while I was doing a track workout, the heat index was 105 degrees----and those temperatures have been pretty consistent here every day. With the high humidity, it has been difficult to stay hydrated, although I have been adding additional salt to my sport drinks. Bob has been hard at work monitoring our hydration levels and letting us know if we need to drink more or add even more salt to our diet.
While training in Cheju, we have crossed paths with many other Olympic Triathletes from other countries….this little island in Korea is a popular place. Athletes from Luxemburg, Germany, Russia, New Zealand, Denmark, Great Brittian, Spain and Switzerland….are just the countries we have seen. The plane on Friday will be filled with Triathletes headed to Beijing!
During our downtime, Nate and I have been keeping up with what’s been going on in Beijing. There have definitely been some exciting races going on….especially the men’s 4x100 meter relay. That was a phenomenal finish and exemplifies the Olympic spirit. I am going to be watching Michael Phelps every step of the way in his quest for winning eight Olympic gold medals.
That is it for now---enjoy the Games!
All Matching!
Some of the new 2011 TYR cycling kits matched great with my Fuji and Zipp wheels!
Run Shots!
New 2011 run gear. Poor TJ was quite sore after his 70.3 the weekend prior.
Downtown Sydney
This is taken from the 20th floor of my hotel room. You can see just to the left where we swam in near the Opera House.
Check out the Scenery
Out training in Idaho before heading to the airport! Beautiful lake in the background.
Ready For 2024!
My niece has my suit and Speedo backpack...ready to train (but I think she mentioned she was going to Six Flags!)
Marin Triathlon
Becky and I hanging out at the awards post race
Seoul WCS Finish Line
I though I had finished the race, but I forgot to cross the timing matt completely until 10 sec later!!
Holding the Cup!
Race to the Toyota Cup winners in Dallas, Texas. The cup was heavy...and brrr it was a cold weekend in Dallas!
Post-Race
Matt Reed was first for the men's race
Crossing the Tape
Always a good feeling to break the tape!
On the Bike in Minnesota
Here I am on my Blue at the Lifetime Fitness Triathlon this past Saturday
LTF Swim Start
Here we are right at the horn (I am in the Blue). Thank Paul Phillips for all the great pics more at: http://www.competitiveimage.us/tri/Sarah-Haskins/index.html
Bike Shot
Out on the bike course---quickly going through my bottles!!
Flying Dive
Here I am headed back into the water after the first lap.
Crossing the Finish!
4th place
T2
I am headed into the transition area--ready to run!
Washington DC WCS #3
Here is a pic of my bike pack out on the course
Ready, Set....GO!
My parents came to visit me in Colorado over Memorial Day weekend (Nate was out of town). They came along to a track workout and Sarah wanted to race me!!!
Cheyanne Mountain Zoo
Feeding the giraffes---they have LONG tongues...
Enjoying a Popsicle!
Maybe most is not getting in her mouth...but that's not always the point, right? Sarah and my parents are enjoying a lunch at the training center.
Run Workouts For Runners and Triathletes
Here is a picture of Bobby McGee's new book.
Babies are Wiped Out
Megan and I are holding the sleeping girls---
Sarah, Sarah and Anna
Sarah (2 yrs) is getting to know her new baby sister!
Sarah Sharing Her Tags!
When Sarah goes to sleep she puts the tags from her blankets on her eyelashes (she always uses the yellow one). She also thinks everyone else wants the tag when they sleep too---including her newborn sister!
Mom, Baby and Sarah
Megan and Anna are both doing well. This picutre was the day Megan and Anna got to come home from the hospital. Sarah giving Anna some snuggels!
Michael and Meghan's Wedding
Nate and I are getting ready to walk down the asile for my brother's wedding.
High Powered Fans
These fans are the horsepower of the tunnel...very powerful! They can simulate speeds of 80mph.
Holding the Flower Girl!
Feb. 14th wedding day....Nate and I are holding our niece, Sarah. She did a great job walking down the asile at 23 months!
Inside the Tunnel
On my Triad, in my new aero position!
Last Minute Travel
Here we are with our U-Haul...we made it safe and sound!
Wren Hollow Elementary
A couple of weeks ago I went back to my Elementary school and spoke to the kids about Triathlon, goal setting and the Olympics! They gave a wonderful welcome with signs, posters, and cheers!
Christmas Morning
My Mom, Sarah and I are playing with Sarah while she is enjoying her new toy. This elephant is very strong...my Dad sat on it and it held (he is 230lbs!!)
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Here is Jess snuggling with her babies (Gwen and Rowan). Gwen looks a lot like Jess and Rown look like his daddy, Lucas.
Snow!
This view is off my parents deck (the last picture showed the many colors of fall...but winter can be beautiful too!)
Post Parade
Busch Stadium in the background....looks different without the crowds!
On the Run in Beijing
Racing in the Olympics---if you wonder what the black strap is in my suit, it is my timing chip. It was falling off of my ankle on the bike and I did not want it to get stuck in my chain ring, so I ripped it off and shoved it in my suit!
Another View of Winter
Same view as earlier blog post, but with snow!
Holiday Night Out to Dinner
Nate and I with Tommy, Sarah (brother-in-law and his finace) and a friend of Sarah's. Tommy and Sarah are getting married October 17th.
Wedding in Minnesota
Nate, my cousin Matt Beasley, his wife Lindsay and I. The wedding was beautiful!
Thanksgiving Parade
Here I am ready to ride in the yellow Mazda (sponsor for the parade). It was great to see all the families and kids out to watch...
Fall Folliage
View off my parents deck
Fall Folliage
View from my parents deck
Lake Shot
View of the pond on my parents property
6 comments:
Sarah-
We are always thinking of you. Good luck and have a grteat time!
The Showmecables gang!
Sarah - I say bring on the heat, wind, rain, etc.... I hope for the nastiest conditions ever because I know it will have no bearing on your performance. Vancouver showed who the real racers are when the going gets tough.
J.Lynch
Dad, Sponsor, Athlete & Business Owner
http://www.ShowMeCustomCables.com
Cant wait for the tri-event! Im rooting for you!!!! :)
yay for ice baths! :) you look great in that suit!
Have safe travels to Beijing! Can't wait for the Tri next week. For months now, Tyler points at your photo in Tim's tri magazines and says, "Mommy's friend!" Pretty soon he'll hopefully get to see you in action on TV! He'd love that. =) Praying for you!
Good Luck!!!! and safe travels. we are thinking of you back home!!
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