| Why triathlon? |
Triathlon is the best test of a person's character, and ability to handle and cope with the unexpected. It has allowed me to develop the mental stamina to cope with almost anything that could be thrown at me in the future. Plus - it keeps me fit, which keeps me a lightweight and therefore don't spend/waste all my money on alcohol! |
| Upcoming goals |
Canberra Half IM - sub 5 1/2 hrs
Port Macquarie IM - sub 11 hrs. Keep track of Nic's countdown to IM Australia. |
| Stengths |
Swimming and running, and my positive / laid back attitude. |
| Proudest moment in sport |
Finishing my first IM (IMoz '08) after getting to the marathon, and my knee gave up 200m into the run...I walked! |
| Personal bests |
Gold Coast Half IM 2008 5hrs6mins
Huskisson Long Course 2009 4hrs37mins |
| What is the key to successful training? |
Consistency. Its worth its weight in gold. |
| What motivates you the most? |
The fear of letting myself down by not committing myself to what I'm doing. |
| Your words of wisdom |
Pain is weakness leaving the body!
Also focus on the things only you can control - your race nutrition, strategy, training and preparation - everything else will handle itself. Don't sweat the things that can't be controlled like strong winds on the bike, rain etc. cause you're not the only one who has to do it, everyone else has to do it as well!
Most importantly - just enjoy yourself! |
