Cindy began her triathlon career in 1987 with 2 BudLight Tri’s with a very fun group of friends. There was no training, a borrowed hybrid bike and a visit to the medical tent. Apparently hydration is important, especially in heat. Then life got in the way with grad school and family. As I was trying to shed baby #2 weight one day, a gym friend encouraged me to try triathlons again. I signed up for the Columbia Triathlon, loaded my son in the baby jogger and scouted the course. I have been hooked ever since.  Exercise has always been a sanity release for me. In fact, my kids as toddlers would tell me “Mommy needs a turn now” and I always used my “turn” for exercise. Some things never change….

This year I am training for KONA and looking for redemption after getting untimely cases of covid, then rebound covid immediately before Kona last year.  I am still learning about the 140.6 distance after doing my first one in 2021.  I really enjoy training which is a huge benefit to my mental health. For 2023, I am looking forward to the physical and mental challenge of many 70.3s and maybe another 140.6 as I prepare for Kona. You can find me riding endless miles at Hains Point or the Poolesville area on the Club Saturday ride. Please come keep me company!!