I updated the link section on my blog...a few race websites, a training camp site and my profile on Loop'd. More to come in this section in the next few days.
The next few weeks are going to be hectic:
-This week - 3 days of work travel
-Next week - Christmas at my house, then a 4 day trip to Chicago / Madison
-Week After - week in Miami for the Orange Bowl to watch the Fighting Mangino's
-Week After - week in Chicago works annual "Sales Kick Off" event
-Week After - I finally start to get my lazy ass back in shape.
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Monday, December 10, 2007
2008 Race Schedule
Here is what I am planning on for 2008:
Date Race
3/29 Olathe Marathon
4/20 Lawrence Half Marathon
5/18 Heritage Park Triathlon
6/1 Flint Hills Triathlon
6/15 Ironman Kansas 70.3
7/13 SM Park Triathlon
7/16 - 7/20 IM Training Camp - Omaha, NE
8/31 Ironman Louisville
Date Race
3/29 Olathe Marathon
4/20 Lawrence Half Marathon
5/18 Heritage Park Triathlon
6/1 Flint Hills Triathlon
6/15 Ironman Kansas 70.3
7/13 SM Park Triathlon
7/16 - 7/20 IM Training Camp - Omaha, NE
8/31 Ironman Louisville
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
IM Florida Finisher Video
My sister, Trisha (who I was raising money in honor of) crossed the finish line with me. This summer she will race in Ironman Kansas 70.3 and I wouldn't be suprised if she does a 140.6 in 09.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
08 Plans
Starting to think about 08 plans already...
Feb 10 = Psyco Wyco 50K Trail Run
May 4 = Big O Half Iron
June 15 = Ironman Kansas 70.3
September 1= Ironman Lousiville
Would love to find a Mid / Late July 70.3 to add to the schedule, but need to fidn one near KC. Maybe Pig Man again depending on when it is scheduled. I want to enter more of the local sprint and Olympic races in the greater KC area than I did last year.
I also entered the Kona Lottery...so I guess there is a small chance I will get lucky enough and get to race in Kona. Not going to hold my breath, but it sure would be cool.
Feb 10 = Psyco Wyco 50K Trail Run
May 4 = Big O Half Iron
June 15 = Ironman Kansas 70.3
September 1= Ironman Lousiville
Would love to find a Mid / Late July 70.3 to add to the schedule, but need to fidn one near KC. Maybe Pig Man again depending on when it is scheduled. I want to enter more of the local sprint and Olympic races in the greater KC area than I did last year.
I also entered the Kona Lottery...so I guess there is a small chance I will get lucky enough and get to race in Kona. Not going to hold my breath, but it sure would be cool.
Ironman Kansas 70.3
Very exciting news....there will be an "ironman" brand race in Lawrence, KS this summer. June 15th to be exact.
check out www.ironmankansas.com for more info.
Registration opened this morning. No idea how quick it will fill up, but I went ahead and signed up first thing just to make sure I got it.
check out www.ironmankansas.com for more info.
Registration opened this morning. No idea how quick it will fill up, but I went ahead and signed up first thing just to make sure I got it.
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
IM Florida Report
No huge report...I am tired and getting sick, so only a short version today.
Race went well. Finished in 12:03:01. Missed my goal by 3 minutes, but I am happy with my time.
Swim - 1:10
Bike - 5:56
Run - 4:48
Final amount raised through the Janus Charity Challenge = $20,300!!!
I think that placed 6th or 7th overall. Still no word on how muhc of a match we are going to get from Janus, but I think it will be $750. This money will go a long way for Stepstone and the women & children who benefit from their services.
(but I will break 11 hours at Ironman Louisville next September)
Race went well. Finished in 12:03:01. Missed my goal by 3 minutes, but I am happy with my time.
Swim - 1:10
Bike - 5:56
Run - 4:48
Final amount raised through the Janus Charity Challenge = $20,300!!!
I think that placed 6th or 7th overall. Still no word on how muhc of a match we are going to get from Janus, but I think it will be $750. This money will go a long way for Stepstone and the women & children who benefit from their services.
(but I will break 11 hours at Ironman Louisville next September)
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
It is go time...
#142 is packed and ready to go.
7 AM flight out of KC through Memphis, in Panama City by lunch time.
According to weather.com we are going to have perfect weather...low of 55, high of 78 and sunny. That would be very nice, hopefully we will get that lucky
As of 9:10 PM, CST total dollars raised for StepStone in Wichita is $19,790. Has to be good enough to finish in the top 10 and get extra money from Janus. Slight, Slight chance I could sneak into the top 5 and get a larger doantion. Either way the charity is going to get a lot of money that will go a long way. Thanks to all who have donated.
Next report should include photos of me post race - medal around my neck, drink in hand and less than 12 hours showing on the race clock.
TJO
7 AM flight out of KC through Memphis, in Panama City by lunch time.
According to weather.com we are going to have perfect weather...low of 55, high of 78 and sunny. That would be very nice, hopefully we will get that lucky
As of 9:10 PM, CST total dollars raised for StepStone in Wichita is $19,790. Has to be good enough to finish in the top 10 and get extra money from Janus. Slight, Slight chance I could sneak into the top 5 and get a larger doantion. Either way the charity is going to get a lot of money that will go a long way. Thanks to all who have donated.
Next report should include photos of me post race - medal around my neck, drink in hand and less than 12 hours showing on the race clock.
TJO
Thursday, October 25, 2007
8 days left
Just over a week away from IM Florida. I am feeling pretty good and very excited for race day to get here. Weather forecast looks great so far, but who what it will be like on race day.
Last weekend I was in San Fran to watch my sister and sister in law run in the Nike Women's Marathon. It is a really cool event. The participants get to run a really cool course. A few big hills, but nothing too bad.
I also got to meet Sarah Reinertsen at the Expo. Sarah is the individual who motivated me to take up this sport. Watching her during her first attempt at IM Kona was very inspiring, so meeting her was really cool. We only spoke for a few moments, but she was really nice and she seemed to be very proud of the fact that she motivates and insprires people of all abilities.
She has a pretty cool website - you should check it out to learn about her story - alwaystri.net.
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Final Prep...
Under 3 weeks now till IM FLA. Starting to get pretty excited...watching KONA on the internet yesterday sure helped. Those athletes are unreal.
Ran 18 miles Friday after work. Might have been my best long run ever. I know you are supposed to go slow on these workouts, but I was feeling great and decided to get ater it. Ran the 18 miles at a pace of 8:12 / mile. I think that is on pace for a 3:36 marathon.
Next week Trish and Tash run their first marathon in San Fran. Looking forward to the trip, seeing them run, doing a little Left Coast running myself and hanging out with the boys. Should be a fun trip.
Ran 18 miles Friday after work. Might have been my best long run ever. I know you are supposed to go slow on these workouts, but I was feeling great and decided to get ater it. Ran the 18 miles at a pace of 8:12 / mile. I think that is on pace for a 3:36 marathon.
Next week Trish and Tash run their first marathon in San Fran. Looking forward to the trip, seeing them run, doing a little Left Coast running myself and hanging out with the boys. Should be a fun trip.
Sunday, October 07, 2007
Extra Motivation
I have been telling everyone who will listen for quite some time now that I am participating in the Janus Charity Challenge as part of IM FLA this year. I am working to raise $$$ for StepStone, out of Wichita, KS.
StepStone provides transitional housing for victims of domestic violence. As I write we have raised over $7900!!!!
I know there are very few people who read my blog, and most of you got the email about why I chose this program to support and why it is so important to me...but just in case you didnt get that email, shoot me a note at odonnell_timothy@yahoo.com and I will fill you in.
Other wise ---- click the link below, open your wallet and help us out.
http://januscharitychallenge.kintera.org/fl07/timodonnell
StepStone provides transitional housing for victims of domestic violence. As I write we have raised over $7900!!!!
I know there are very few people who read my blog, and most of you got the email about why I chose this program to support and why it is so important to me...but just in case you didnt get that email, shoot me a note at odonnell_timothy@yahoo.com and I will fill you in.
Other wise ---- click the link below, open your wallet and help us out.
http://januscharitychallenge.kintera.org/fl07/timodonnell
Getting closer...
Down to 26 days to IM FLA and I am very fired up.
Had my last BIG volume training weekend these last few days. Rode 102 miles today. Last year, leading up to IM WISC my last 100 miles took me 6 hours. I did the 103 today in about 30 minutes less, so that is very encouraging. Have been training on rolling hills south of KC all year, so I am excited about the dead flat course in Florida.
I really think going sub 12 is with in reach. I may or may not hit that goal, but I know I am going to leave it all on the course. I read a quote in Runners World a while back that I really liked. To paraphrase..."if i am still standing at the finsh line, hit my over the head and knock me down, since I obviosuly didn't work hard enough"...I like that guys style.
Had my last BIG volume training weekend these last few days. Rode 102 miles today. Last year, leading up to IM WISC my last 100 miles took me 6 hours. I did the 103 today in about 30 minutes less, so that is very encouraging. Have been training on rolling hills south of KC all year, so I am excited about the dead flat course in Florida.
I really think going sub 12 is with in reach. I may or may not hit that goal, but I know I am going to leave it all on the course. I read a quote in Runners World a while back that I really liked. To paraphrase..."if i am still standing at the finsh line, hit my over the head and knock me down, since I obviosuly didn't work hard enough"...I like that guys style.
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Redman 70.3 Race Report
The race yesterday went pretty well. Set a Half Iron PR of 5:32! After my swim I wasnt very optimistic about ending with a good time, but things ended up OK.
Swim - 40 Minutes...well behid my goal time of 35 minutes. Water was pretty choppy and you had to fight it on the way back into shore. Had my goggles knocked off 3 times and almost threw up one from taking to too much lake water. Was finally able to get into a goove on the way back into shore, but it was a little late. The good thing is that not too many people had a good swim so I wasnt that far behind.
Bike - 2:49...Nice bike course, out and back, shaped like a giant "L". Had the wind at your back twice and in your face twice. You could really fly when it was at your back.
Run - 1:58...By this time it was getting HOT. Out and back course around the lake and a nearby gold course. Great volunteer support and plenty of well stocked aid stations. The temp was getting into the mid 90's, so they were all well needed. Felt really good other than about miles 11.5 - 12.5 (stomach cramps), but by that time you could see the finish so it was easy to go hard for the last few minutes.
Solid race that I would recomend to enter.
Final Stats:
5:32:02
Age Group Place: 9/24
Sex Place: 37 / 212
Overall Place: 39 / 305
Photos to follow whenever I get them.
Swim - 40 Minutes...well behid my goal time of 35 minutes. Water was pretty choppy and you had to fight it on the way back into shore. Had my goggles knocked off 3 times and almost threw up one from taking to too much lake water. Was finally able to get into a goove on the way back into shore, but it was a little late. The good thing is that not too many people had a good swim so I wasnt that far behind.
Bike - 2:49...Nice bike course, out and back, shaped like a giant "L". Had the wind at your back twice and in your face twice. You could really fly when it was at your back.
Run - 1:58...By this time it was getting HOT. Out and back course around the lake and a nearby gold course. Great volunteer support and plenty of well stocked aid stations. The temp was getting into the mid 90's, so they were all well needed. Felt really good other than about miles 11.5 - 12.5 (stomach cramps), but by that time you could see the finish so it was easy to go hard for the last few minutes.
Solid race that I would recomend to enter.
Final Stats:
5:32:02
Age Group Place: 9/24
Sex Place: 37 / 212
Overall Place: 39 / 305
Photos to follow whenever I get them.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
3 days
I am looking forward to heading down to OKC for the Redman Half in 3 days. The last few weeks of training have gone well and I have been able to get out on a few easy workouts while still resting the legs.
I plan on a nice EASY run tomorrow morning...there is a 3 mile loop nearby I will run before work.
redmantriathlon.com has an athlete tracker on the front page. My bib # is 1046.
It is going to be hot, but the race will be fun. Race Saturday morning, eat and drink with the parents on Saturday night, rest on Sunday, then the miles get BIG for a few weeks...less than 7 weeks till IM FLA.
I plan on 2 100 mile rides and 2 or 3 20 mile runs in my final prep for the race. Fun stuff...
I plan on a nice EASY run tomorrow morning...there is a 3 mile loop nearby I will run before work.
redmantriathlon.com has an athlete tracker on the front page. My bib # is 1046.
It is going to be hot, but the race will be fun. Race Saturday morning, eat and drink with the parents on Saturday night, rest on Sunday, then the miles get BIG for a few weeks...less than 7 weeks till IM FLA.
I plan on 2 100 mile rides and 2 or 3 20 mile runs in my final prep for the race. Fun stuff...
Thursday, September 13, 2007
10 Days....
Ten Days till the Redman 70.3 in OKC. Training has gone really well these last few weeks, so I am excited about the race.
Current weather forcast is high of 83 and partly cloudy with 0% rain. That would be wonderful weather, lets hope the wind is at a minimum that day as I have heard you are not very protected from the wind on the course.
I hate to taper, as I feel lazy, but it is necessary to rest. Saturday will be a 40m / 5 mile brick and Sunday will be an EASY 10 miles. Will go for an easy run in Chicago on Tuesday before my meetings, swim 1500 on Wednesday and go for an easy 5m run on Thursday. Reset on Friday.
Enough to keep the blood flowing and to stay active, while allowing my legs to rest up for a busy day on Saturday.
Goal is to break 5:30...
Swim - 35 Min
Bike - 2:45
Run - 1:45
That leaves me 25 minutes leaway for tranisition and extra time during the race. I think it is very realistic.
Tim
Current weather forcast is high of 83 and partly cloudy with 0% rain. That would be wonderful weather, lets hope the wind is at a minimum that day as I have heard you are not very protected from the wind on the course.
I hate to taper, as I feel lazy, but it is necessary to rest. Saturday will be a 40m / 5 mile brick and Sunday will be an EASY 10 miles. Will go for an easy run in Chicago on Tuesday before my meetings, swim 1500 on Wednesday and go for an easy 5m run on Thursday. Reset on Friday.
Enough to keep the blood flowing and to stay active, while allowing my legs to rest up for a busy day on Saturday.
Goal is to break 5:30...
Swim - 35 Min
Bike - 2:45
Run - 1:45
That leaves me 25 minutes leaway for tranisition and extra time during the race. I think it is very realistic.
Tim
Monday, September 10, 2007
IM Wisconsin
I can't believe it has been a year since IMMOO 06. What a loooooong day that was, but well worth it.
Congrats to all of the KC Multisport finishers of Ironman Wisconsin yesterday. They had great weather and there were some great times. I beleive that everyone finished as well. Great Job!
Hopefully the handful of us who are racing at RedMan in a few weeks and then at IM FLA in 52 days will have the good fortune of nice weather as well.
Watching everyone online yesterday really motivated me to work hard for the next 52 days in order to get myself ready for my big race.
My original goal was 12 hours...then after a rough day at Pigman I thought about lowering my goal to 13 hours. I am going to stick with my original goal - it will be tough, but I think I can do it!
Tim
Congrats to all of the KC Multisport finishers of Ironman Wisconsin yesterday. They had great weather and there were some great times. I beleive that everyone finished as well. Great Job!
Hopefully the handful of us who are racing at RedMan in a few weeks and then at IM FLA in 52 days will have the good fortune of nice weather as well.
Watching everyone online yesterday really motivated me to work hard for the next 52 days in order to get myself ready for my big race.
My original goal was 12 hours...then after a rough day at Pigman I thought about lowering my goal to 13 hours. I am going to stick with my original goal - it will be tough, but I think I can do it!
Tim
Monday, August 27, 2007
Ironman Louisville 08
I just entered IM Louisville 08. Shockingly it took less than 5 minutes to register, I must have beat the rush.
Monday, August 20, 2007
Pig Man 70.3 Photos
I do all the work, the kids get the all glory...
Pre Race with Seano, IPOD & Jake
Support Crew aka Team Madison...
Getting out of the lake...
Pre Race with Seano, IPOD & Jake
Support Crew aka Team Madison...
Getting out of the lake...
Race Report: Pig Man 70.3
Short version - swam OK, rode well, didn't run well.
Full version -
Swim: came in 3 minute or so over my goal time on the swim. Learning how to swim in a straight line in open water would help a ton. No need to swim any extra distance in these races. Race was wetsuit legal, so that was nice. Swim split = 38 minutes & change
Bike: Beat my goal time by 8 minutes. I was pretty pleased with my ride. Course had a few more hills than advertised, but nothing too bad. Had a great fan base on the course. I think I saw the family 4 or 5 times, that always lifts the spirits. Weather was pretty nice, but was begining to warm up by the end of the ride. Bike Split = 2:54...19.3 MPH pace
Run: Ouch. It wasnt my day on the run course. Nothing much to say about that. It got fairly hot and I didnt have much energy left. Bonked hard. Run Split = 2:26...11:13 pace.
Need to pay more attention to my nutrition, both on a day to day basis and in days leading up to the race. I think that will have a big impact on results.
Final Time = 6:03. Not the best race, not the worst. Just need to do better next time.
Full version -
Swim: came in 3 minute or so over my goal time on the swim. Learning how to swim in a straight line in open water would help a ton. No need to swim any extra distance in these races. Race was wetsuit legal, so that was nice. Swim split = 38 minutes & change
Bike: Beat my goal time by 8 minutes. I was pretty pleased with my ride. Course had a few more hills than advertised, but nothing too bad. Had a great fan base on the course. I think I saw the family 4 or 5 times, that always lifts the spirits. Weather was pretty nice, but was begining to warm up by the end of the ride. Bike Split = 2:54...19.3 MPH pace
Run: Ouch. It wasnt my day on the run course. Nothing much to say about that. It got fairly hot and I didnt have much energy left. Bonked hard. Run Split = 2:26...11:13 pace.
Need to pay more attention to my nutrition, both on a day to day basis and in days leading up to the race. I think that will have a big impact on results.
Final Time = 6:03. Not the best race, not the worst. Just need to do better next time.
Sunday, August 05, 2007
Heat...
OK - so Kansas in August is way to hot. Started a 70 mile ride about 7 AM, and by 10:30 - 11:00 the heat index was over 90. The temp on my Cateye registered 100 at one point. Ouch.
JoCo Bike Club puts on great events, but from now on the long rides / bricks will be starting the minute there is enough sun to be safe on the roads.
Got in a 16 mile run with Fish on Saturday morning then just short of 70 today. Planning on about 45 M Bike / 8 M Run bring next Sat then a 8 - 10 slow run on Sunday to get ready for Pig Man in 14 days.
Should be a fun race. 4/5 other KCMers will be there to compete. Team Madison will be there and I am sure we will have fun celebrating IPOD's 3rd birthday. WIll be nice to have the boys at a race this year.
JoCo Bike Club puts on great events, but from now on the long rides / bricks will be starting the minute there is enough sun to be safe on the roads.
Got in a 16 mile run with Fish on Saturday morning then just short of 70 today. Planning on about 45 M Bike / 8 M Run bring next Sat then a 8 - 10 slow run on Sunday to get ready for Pig Man in 14 days.
Should be a fun race. 4/5 other KCMers will be there to compete. Team Madison will be there and I am sure we will have fun celebrating IPOD's 3rd birthday. WIll be nice to have the boys at a race this year.
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Back in the groove...
Time to get use to the 5 AM (or earlier) wake up call again. With 90 or so days left in the season for me, there is really no reason to skip a work out. Or even put one off until later that night.
I decided to switch from the Master swim class on Tue / Thur mornings to open water swims in the evenings on those days. No matter how many times I do it, I am still not 100% comfortable out in the middle of a lake. I think a few weeks of work at Kill Creek before Pig Man and then a few more before Red Man will pay off in the long run.
Not growing up as a swimmer all the mornings in the pool can really take their toll on you.
Ryan (see Team Madison blog link on the right) and I are making plans for 08. Looks like we are both going to solo Brew2Brew in April (46 miles), then I will compete in IM Louisville in Aug and we are both going to run the Chicago Marathon in October with hopes of going sub 3:10:59 and getting into Boston the following spring. I am guessing I will find a few 70.3's to mix in for good measure.
9:46 PM...time for bed.
I decided to switch from the Master swim class on Tue / Thur mornings to open water swims in the evenings on those days. No matter how many times I do it, I am still not 100% comfortable out in the middle of a lake. I think a few weeks of work at Kill Creek before Pig Man and then a few more before Red Man will pay off in the long run.
Not growing up as a swimmer all the mornings in the pool can really take their toll on you.
Ryan (see Team Madison blog link on the right) and I are making plans for 08. Looks like we are both going to solo Brew2Brew in April (46 miles), then I will compete in IM Louisville in Aug and we are both going to run the Chicago Marathon in October with hopes of going sub 3:10:59 and getting into Boston the following spring. I am guessing I will find a few 70.3's to mix in for good measure.
9:46 PM...time for bed.
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Countdown to future races this year
Pig Man Half Iron - Cedar Rapids, IA = 21 Days
Red Man Half Iron - OKC, OK = 55 Days
Ironman Florida - Panama City, FL = 96 Days
I better get to work...
Red Man Half Iron - OKC, OK = 55 Days
Ironman Florida - Panama City, FL = 96 Days
I better get to work...
Prairie Punisher Duathlon
So, its only been about 3 months since my last race and blog update, but I finally entered an event yesterday, so know I have an update!
I finsihed 4th in my age group at the Prairie Punisher Duathlon on Saturday. Havent been able to find race results online, but here are my times according to my Garmin 305.
15K / 9.3 Mile Run = 1:12:25 w/ a pace of 7:45
61K / 38.13 Mile Bike = 2:02:05 w/ a pace of 18.7
5K / 3.18 Mile Ru = 26:05 w/ a pace of 8:13
Total race distance = 50.72
Total race time = 3:42:52
Overall I am ok with my time and definatley happy with my effort. I am not in the best of shape, but I felt I worked hard on the course and gave it all I had. I thought I could have kept my bike pace at 20 mph, but the heat started to take a toll on my later in bike section.
One of my goals at IMFLA this fall is to complete the bik in 6 hours, which is an average pace of 18.7 MPH. So, hopefully with another 90 days of training on rolling hills I will be able to maintain than pace (or better) on a flat IMFLA course.
I finsihed 4th in my age group at the Prairie Punisher Duathlon on Saturday. Havent been able to find race results online, but here are my times according to my Garmin 305.
15K / 9.3 Mile Run = 1:12:25 w/ a pace of 7:45
61K / 38.13 Mile Bike = 2:02:05 w/ a pace of 18.7
5K / 3.18 Mile Ru = 26:05 w/ a pace of 8:13
Total race distance = 50.72
Total race time = 3:42:52
Overall I am ok with my time and definatley happy with my effort. I am not in the best of shape, but I felt I worked hard on the course and gave it all I had. I thought I could have kept my bike pace at 20 mph, but the heat started to take a toll on my later in bike section.
One of my goals at IMFLA this fall is to complete the bik in 6 hours, which is an average pace of 18.7 MPH. So, hopefully with another 90 days of training on rolling hills I will be able to maintain than pace (or better) on a flat IMFLA course.
Friday, June 08, 2007
Thursday, June 07, 2007
Updated Race Schedule
Prairie Punisher Duathlon: July 29 - KC Area
15K Run, 61K Bike, 5K Run
Pig Man Tri: Aug. 19 - Cedar Rapids, IA
Half Ironman Distance
RedMan Triathlon: September 22 - OKC, OK
Half Ironman Distance
Ironman Florida; November 4 - Panama City Beach, FL
Ironman Distance
15K Run, 61K Bike, 5K Run
Pig Man Tri: Aug. 19 - Cedar Rapids, IA
Half Ironman Distance
RedMan Triathlon: September 22 - OKC, OK
Half Ironman Distance
Ironman Florida; November 4 - Panama City Beach, FL
Ironman Distance
Friday, June 01, 2007
Sunday, April 29, 2007
San Fran 26.2
Well, Trisha (sister) and Natasha (sister in law) have finally caught the bug. They are both running the Nike Women's Marathon in SF in late October. Plus, they are both participating in Team in Training, workign to raise $3800 each for cancer research. Will make the event even more memorable for them both.
Training for this will be a big challenge for them, but I know they can do it. Just need to committ to yourself that this goal is a priority and not let anything allow you to lose sight of the goal...FINISHING!!!!
Tash will be providing random updates on the Team Madison blog. Link to that page is provided from this page.
Training for this will be a big challenge for them, but I know they can do it. Just need to committ to yourself that this goal is a priority and not let anything allow you to lose sight of the goal...FINISHING!!!!
Tash will be providing random updates on the Team Madison blog. Link to that page is provided from this page.
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Janus Charity Challenge
Last year, with the generous support of family and friends, we were able to raise over $7500 for Make a Wish of Kansas as part of my participation in Ironman Wisconsin. Through those efforts, a young man from Derby, KS is going to have a dream of his fulfilled.
This year, I am racing at Ironman Florida in November. I have two very ambitious goals: finish the race in less than 12 hours and raise $15,000 for StepStone in Wichita, KS. StepStone is an organization that provides support and transitional housing to women and children who are victims of domestic abuse. This money will go a LONG way towards helping these victims get back on their feet and live a safe and normal life once again. My training is at full speed so it is time to begin raising money as well.
With that in mind, I am asking you to do two things:
1. Take a moment to click on the link below to learn a bit more about the charity and why I am doing this. If you think this a good cause and are in a position to make a donation that would be wonderful. You can make online donations or you can mail me a check. Either way is fine.
http://januscharitychallenge.kintera.org/fl07/timodonnell
2. Help me spread the word. There more people we can share this with the better. If you have family, friends or co-workers who may be interested in supporting this cause, please forward this email on to them. If you think your place of work might be interesting in donating as well, please let me know and I will be happy to contact them directly.
Every little bit helps. Thanks in advance for your support.
Tim
This year, I am racing at Ironman Florida in November. I have two very ambitious goals: finish the race in less than 12 hours and raise $15,000 for StepStone in Wichita, KS. StepStone is an organization that provides support and transitional housing to women and children who are victims of domestic abuse. This money will go a LONG way towards helping these victims get back on their feet and live a safe and normal life once again. My training is at full speed so it is time to begin raising money as well.
With that in mind, I am asking you to do two things:
1. Take a moment to click on the link below to learn a bit more about the charity and why I am doing this. If you think this a good cause and are in a position to make a donation that would be wonderful. You can make online donations or you can mail me a check. Either way is fine.
http://januscharitychallenge.kintera.org/fl07/timodonnell
2. Help me spread the word. There more people we can share this with the better. If you have family, friends or co-workers who may be interested in supporting this cause, please forward this email on to them. If you think your place of work might be interesting in donating as well, please let me know and I will be happy to contact them directly.
Every little bit helps. Thanks in advance for your support.
Tim
Monday, April 16, 2007
Not a lottery winner
I was not one of the lucky 150 who were selected for Kona. There is always next year. Maybe one day I will actually qualify.
So...I my tenative plan for the summer / fall
June - ???
July - Midwest Mayhem and Midwest Mudder in lawrence, ks
August - PigMan Half Iron in Cedar Rapids, IA
September - RedMan Half Iron in OKC, OK
November - Ironman Florida in Panama City Beach, FL
So...I my tenative plan for the summer / fall
June - ???
July - Midwest Mayhem and Midwest Mudder in lawrence, ks
August - PigMan Half Iron in Cedar Rapids, IA
September - RedMan Half Iron in OKC, OK
November - Ironman Florida in Panama City Beach, FL
Saturday, April 14, 2007
kona bound?
I find out tomorrow at noon if I "won the lottery" and get to race in Kona this fall.
Would be an amazing opportunity to get to participate in this event. I am keeping my finger crossed...maybe one day I will actually qualify, but for now I will take a lottery entry with a smile.
Once I know which full I am racing, I will update a summer / fall race schedule online.
If I dont get in I will be racing in Florida in November. Either way I am looking forward to taking on the Ironman distance again this fall.
Also - next week I will be kicking off my fund raising efforts & participation in the Janus Charity Challenge. I will be raising money for Step Stones, a group out of Wichita, KS that provides transitional housing and support for women and children who are victims of domestic abuse.
In 06 we raised about $7500 for Make a Wish of Kansas - I am thinking of setting my goal at $15,000 this year. Will be working on this project with my family and we have a number of groups in mind to target as well as family & friends. Just like last year, I am sure this will keep me motivated and make the event even more special.
Would be an amazing opportunity to get to participate in this event. I am keeping my finger crossed...maybe one day I will actually qualify, but for now I will take a lottery entry with a smile.
Once I know which full I am racing, I will update a summer / fall race schedule online.
If I dont get in I will be racing in Florida in November. Either way I am looking forward to taking on the Ironman distance again this fall.
Also - next week I will be kicking off my fund raising efforts & participation in the Janus Charity Challenge. I will be raising money for Step Stones, a group out of Wichita, KS that provides transitional housing and support for women and children who are victims of domestic abuse.
In 06 we raised about $7500 for Make a Wish of Kansas - I am thinking of setting my goal at $15,000 this year. Will be working on this project with my family and we have a number of groups in mind to target as well as family & friends. Just like last year, I am sure this will keep me motivated and make the event even more special.
Friday, April 06, 2007
Ironman California 70.3 Race Photos - Part 2
Ironman Californa 70.3 Race Photos - Part 1
Leaving T1 on the bike - still pretty cold outside.
Nice and relaxed on the run...this was on lap 2.
Post race...happy to be done and to be awarded finisher medal and gear
2nd half of the bike
About mile 1 of the bike...leaving Oceanside Habor
Monday, April 02, 2007
Ironman Cali - Pre and Post Race Photos
Oceanside Pier - Thursday
Balboa Island, Orange County, CA - Friday
LAX - Sunday Morning...long, long lines. Missed flight #1
LAX - Still waiting in line
Post race on Saturday...dad parked about 2 miles from the finish, so I was really happy to walk back to the car.
I will try and upload my finished video when I am able to download it from the web.
Sunday, April 01, 2007
Ironman California 70.3
The race went really well. I finished in 5:37:32...well undr goal of 6 hours.
I am pleased with the race and my effort. I do think that I could have bettered my time by 10-20 minutes.
I had trouble spotting the bouys on the swim and wasnt keeping a straight line, pus saltwater taste horrible.
My new bike performed really well. Once I get more time in the saddle I think I will be able to push it a bit harder.
Ended up running 8:24 miles on the run. Not bad, but I was hoping to be closer to 8 flat. My pace was up and down, so I need to stay more consistent in my pace.
Great way to start the season. Taking this week off, then going to bust my ass to get ready for the Big O Half here in KC on May 6th. I think a goal of 5:15 is realistic.
Photos to come when Dad emails them to me.
I am pleased with the race and my effort. I do think that I could have bettered my time by 10-20 minutes.
I had trouble spotting the bouys on the swim and wasnt keeping a straight line, pus saltwater taste horrible.
My new bike performed really well. Once I get more time in the saddle I think I will be able to push it a bit harder.
Ended up running 8:24 miles on the run. Not bad, but I was hoping to be closer to 8 flat. My pace was up and down, so I need to stay more consistent in my pace.
Great way to start the season. Taking this week off, then going to bust my ass to get ready for the Big O Half here in KC on May 6th. I think a goal of 5:15 is realistic.
Photos to come when Dad emails them to me.
Friday, March 09, 2007
New Ride
My new bike is finally on the way!!!
2007 Cervelo P2C / wMavic Cosmic Carbone race wheels.
Cant wait to get on the road...
2007 Cervelo P2C / wMavic Cosmic Carbone race wheels.
Cant wait to get on the road...
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