It's official. I am a member of the U.S. Masters Swim organization (Santa Clara swim club - beginner's group). Actually, I guess it will be official when I do one lap across a 3 foot deep pool (25 yards) doing elementary backstroke. Once in, then I can work on my front crawl, aerobic capacity, breathing/timing/both sides, stroke efficiency and, of course, comfort in water. Then, we can worry about open water swimming. Coach Larry (head coach) says they will ensure I finish the triathlon. He's a great coach as are the others!
Needless to say, need to do a lot of work on the walk/run and cycling also.
When you sign up with TNT, they tell you what your fundraising minimum is but they might consider telling you what you'll need to have re: gear. Thankfully, they provide the wetsuit and I have a nice road bike. Got new running shoes. Had to get new cycling shoes because the old ones were falling apart. Had to get a new bike helmet because the old one has a giant crack. Had to get the bike tuned up. Just ordered tri shorts and a tri top. Stocking up/testing out goggles and swim caps.
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