What a way to end the triathlon season AND celebrate my 6 month anniversary of my crash (crashaversary???)! Swim: Windy conditions at the ocean made for a challenging swim! Tough getting to the first buoy through the breaking waves, then it was nearly impossible to sight the other buoys. Heard calls for help so I swam out to try to help. Fortunately a lifeguard on a surfboard arrived. Had a blast once I rounded the last buoy and headed for shore! T1- Long transition from the beach, jogged it barefoot and no hip pain which is amazing! Bike- Fun bike course, mostly crosswinds but after the last turn, the wind was right in our faces! I was cranking as best I could in an aero position and was slowed to 14-15 mph! Run- Definitely the highlight of the day! Ran the whole 5k nonstop and averaged 8:26/mile! Way faster than my training and far longer running without a walk break! Felt strong and felt like I used to feel running! No hip discomfort and a little in my ankle but I’m confident my body was ready for what I put it through today! Overall an awesome event and I am super happy with how I did! Wish there were more triathlons this season but next season will be here before we know it and I’ll be ready!