The Danskin Austin Triathlon is more than a 1/2 mile swim, 12 mile Bike and a 3.1 mile Run. For many women it’s the accomplishment of a fitness goal they’d never thought they’d achieve; for others it’s a celebration of life after a cancer diagnosis. For athletes and their fans alike it’s an undeniable touching and motivating event.
Over the past five years I’ve been a participant, coach and cheerleader and the impression I always get is how encouraging everyone is…you constantly hear “you go girl!” and see high fives along the race course. I never knew such camaraderie could exist under the guise of competition. Some women enter to break records but for the rest of us it’s a chance to get together with 3,000 of our closest gal-pals and do something we’d never thought possible.
I hope you enjoy my attempt at capturing the beautiful spirit of these women athletes through video and photography. And if you look closely, you’ll spot many Mermaids!
Women First Swimming 