This blog is going to take you through my experiences through the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China. I am competing in the triathlon competition on August 18th, but will be training in Cheju, South Korea from Aug. 9-Aug. 15th before I head over to China for my competition.
I am planning on watching other competitions, visiting some famous sites in Beijing, and relaxing with my friends and family post-competition, before I head back to the US at the end of August.
I am ready to enjoy the Olympic experience and welcome you to follow along with me!
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
