The Bates Family
Allen, Leah, Brookelyn, & Braedyn

Monday, July 9, 2012

Brookelyn's First Triathlon!

On Saturday morning Brookelyn competed in her first triathlon! She was so excited, and we were all thrilled to cheer her on!

Here she is at bike check in and body marking:

This is her transition area set-up:

And, here she is ready to listen to the pre-race talk:

Daddy got her all stretched out:

Honey gave her a little good luck loving:

Then it was time to get all lined up...

and head out to the pool to start!

Brookelyn did so well on the swim! She never stopped kicking and was determined to get to the other side!

Then, it was out of the pool and onto transition to the bikes:

This is where she lost a little time, and we learned that biking and running in her bathing suit is probably a must.  But, of course I thought she needed cute little shorts and a top to change into.  So, we may forgo fashion for time sake next time.  :)

Here she is headed out for the bike portion:

Little bro cheered her on!

She was really fast on the bike! She headed back into transition and then headed out for the run.

And, here she is crossing the finish line:

YEA BROOKELYN!

Time for a drink!

We are SO PROUD of her!


I think we have a little triathlete in the making--I am sure she will be kicking Mommy and Daddy's bootie before long!

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