September 18, 2022
Triathlon 39 - 52x52 Challenge
Sunday 18/09/22
Number 39
Swim – 36.33
Bike – 1.30.11
Run – 56.22
Triathlon 39/52 today, second this week - now I’m tired! It was the Brighton & Hove Triathlon, which was more challenging than I expected as whilst it was a flat course it was a proper windy day. The swim had a huge tide and was choppy, the wind made the bike really hard as it blew you everywhere, however the run was nice as the sun came out and was toasty.
Good times, total 3 hours 2 minutes.
Karly (from work) and Lea Spells took some cool pics & videos for me (I seem to be smiling in them all 🤣). And great to tri with Simon Matterface & Tom Watson and to be supported by Ross Thornton, Lea Spells, Tim Piatt & of course Sharon Starr & Mia.
I know I’ve done 39 so far this year and probably make them sound easy, but trust me they are not! Each one is a battle and each one takes resilience and huge effort. So huge respect to Simon & Tom and everyone who took part.
As for me, I’ve got to have a cup of tea and a packet of rich tea biscuits now and then get ready for two more triathlons next week 🤦
More updates from Rob
Rob talks to BBC News about his 52x52 Challenge
Watch Rob Starr talk to BBC News about his 52x52 Challenge on the day he finished his 52nd and final Triathlon of the year!
Triathlon 52 - 52x52 Challenge
A short blog to end; Triathlon 52/52 done. So pleased it’s over. Lots of money raised for the Starr Trust and I really hope it continues as there are so many young people who need our help.
Triathlon 51 - 52x52 Challenge
That was one of the hardest yet both physically and mentally. Physically because my back is still in muscle spasm, caused by a Crohn's flare up that needed rest but didn’t get it. Mentally because the whole triathlon was done gym based, which meant no sea, no air, no trees, no birds - just a clock telling me I’ve hardly started!
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