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2010 Blue Water
Olympic Triathlon
 
A little post race relaxation burying 16 year olds in the sand ends a
good weekend of racing.
2010 Ironman
Louisville (spring training)
Notice it isn't all fun and games in the weather department
2010 Miami Marathon
Notice the 6:15am "dark start" 
 
Shirtless finish....HOT!
2009 Ironman
Louisville
 
 
THIS WAS A GREAT DAY!
My plan worked perfectly until cramps prevailed during
the middle of the run. I still posted a HUGE personal record. I
thank everyone that put in the effort to make this happen. Only
1:57 away from Hawaii!
2009 Lansing
Legislator Triathlon
2009 Blue Water
Triathlon - Canada
THIS WAS A FUN WEEKEND
Everything worked out well. The rain even held
off for the kid's race on Sunday. Yes, that is a Spartan's jersey.
I had to break it out due to my guest status and being afraid of getting
a flogging while asleep!
Heat Training In
Mexico
WHAT ELSE DO YOU DO IN Q ROO?
Even with a really sore back, I still found time for
my passion. People thought I was crazy doing this in the middle of the
day. What else is new?
2009 Racing For
Recovery Half Ironman
ANOTHER SUCCESS
This was a day I was unsure of. The morning
started out with thunder, lightning and rain. Okay, we will forget
about the wind and the waves in the big lake. Anyhow, I had a
really bad swim but things got better from there. My bike was
smooth and steady and I actually didn't go 100 percent there (I felt a
little weak). The sun came out and the run went really
well. I developed a quad cramp at mile one but it slowly went away
and it was clear sailing around 7:00 or so for the rest of the run.
Sorry, no bike photos!
Jayne also did the sprint race and finished really
high up in the standings. She's ready to make the move up and I'm
proud of her progress!
2009 Ironman
Louisville Training
THANKS JAYNE!
Jayne and I went to Louisville so I could introduce
her to some hills as well as allowing me to train for this year's
upcoming Ironman event. Everything went off without a hitch and I
an hoping for more time in the saddle before the race. I need to
spend more time down there.
2009 Pokagon Olympic
Triathlon
IMPROMPTU SUCCESS
Janet invited me to this race at the last
minute. I had zero prep time and no good sleep all week. You
could not ask for worse racing conditions but hey, sometimes you just
have to deal with it. I went with the 100mm front and disc despite
25+mph winds. It's all good. Top 10 overall and age group
win by several minutes. I will take it for a race in May and being
from Michigan.
2009 Cincinnati
Flying Pig Marathon
WHAT A GREAT COMEBACK EVENT!
This was a marathon PR that was badly needed. I also
re-qualified for Boston Marathon and will be headed there for next
year's race in 2010. Jayne also had a fantastic race. What a
great weekend altogether. Just a perfect event!
2009 Trifest
TRISPORTS.COM TRIFEST
This was from a morning run with Dave Scott that Seth
and I participated in.
Yes, that is us, on the right, in the front.
2009 Palm Springs
Half Marathon
 
I LOVE THIS EVENT!
This was my first event racing in my Brooks ID Team
gear. Everything went off smoothly. Good sleep, food and
weather! We shall shoot for 1:20 next spring!
2008 Ironman
Louisville
1 MONTH AFTER LOWER BACK SURGERY?
I participated in this race 1 month after open back
surgery. I teetered back and forth about bringing my bike or for
that matter even starting the race. After weeks of being depressed
about not participating, I decided this gets me one step closer to my
dream of Kona.
I did the swim....very slowly. I thought about
dropping out on the bike at mile 20 but made it to mile 40 and through
the major climbs on the bike. Due to the lack of strength and pain
from surgery, I had to drop out during the bike. Looking back, I
am pleased I didn't give up and started the race. Thanks to my father
for coming with me and putting up with a moody athlete.
I am signed up for 2009!
2008 Palm Springs
Half Marathon
 
1/2 MARATHON PR!
For a first race in California, I had a great
morning. Any time you can run in February with a tank top and
shorts is a great time. I just tried to run solid and ended up
averaging under a 7:00 pace for the race. It wasn't quite Crim
speed but I felt pretty decent through the majority of the race. I
was strong in the climbing sections and that is always a good sign for
me. This was a great starting race for the year.
2008 Greater Lansing
Women's Magazine
Spinning Class
I was selected to teach this special spinning class
for a wonderful group of ladies. We had a fantastic time and I
hope to do it again very soon.
2007 Ironman
Louisville
IRONMAN PR!
The water was hot. The current was high.
The heat was crazy and the sun was blistering....what a great day for an
Ironman! I had fantastic race support from my family and best
friend. One of my athletes, Carissa, completed her first IM
here. That was a treat for me as well. I almost made it to
Kona and I got a taste of what it would really be like as I watched
others get called. I cannot wait!!!!
2007 Motor City Mile
Swim
This was a tough morning for me. The current was
pretty strong and I had a hard time keeping on course. I tried to
sight the buoys rather than just follow bubbles. That was a
mistake at this race. Oh well, my father came with me and we had a
great weekend!
2007 Ironman Coeur
D'Alene
 
 
 
IRONMAN PR!
The water was a cool 60 but the waves and wind were
the worst in the history of this event. I started out the
day with a rough swim but made it through in one piece. The bike
went smoothly and my pacing was a little slow but very good for my
division. The run was almost there. A little more dialing
and I am right where I need to be. I hit two of my three major
goals for this race!
The race was a success and Trish was a huge
help! She volunteered at the first aid station on the run and was
there for me all week. I look forward to Ironman Louisville in
August.
2007 Kinetic 1/2
Ironman
  
US LONG COURSE NATIONALS QUALIFIER!
The water was an outright cold 52 degrees!
The air temp changed from 50 at race start to 80 by the end of the
run. I had a great day and it was well worth the long drive.
2006 Detroit
Marathon
Left click to open photos
I'M GOING TO BOSTON BABY!
It was a freezing at gun time. There were 20mph winds
for the entire run. At least we stayed dry. I didn't shed
any clothes layers until mile 21 or so. During this race, I
struggled to find a solid cadence but ended up with a great time.
My family came out to watch me race while braving the elements for
a couple glimpses and cheers.
The soreness in my legs was barely manageable until
Thursday. Obviously, a different type of race for me. What a
great way to cap off the year!
2006 Crim
 
It was a very humid morning. I'm not a huge fan
of racing without a shirt on but it was either that or roast to
death. I had a great morning and was happy my results for that
distance. This was a large-scale and very fun event.
2006 Lansing
Legislator
Seven friends-Seven trophies! What a great day
for a race. The weather was beautiful from the time we got
there. Cool for the bike and sunny and hot for the run. What
tremendous support. Having so many friends at a race is so
comforting!
Tremendous job guys and gals!
2006 IRONMAN USA
What an awesome day! It rained hard for the
first twenty miles of the bike then was sunny and humid. I loved
it! My family was there for me and awesome support all day
long. I thank all of my friends who trained with me and called me
to wish me luck and congratulations after the race. THANK
YOU! You made this day what it was!
2006 Big Fish
Olympic Triathlon
Warm, 90+ degree weather for this baby! It was a
great race and we had a terrific group of friends and family
participating. Not to mention, we took home some serious hardware!
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2006 Kinetic 1/2
Ironman
Despite the rain, this was a wonderful race! The photos will not enlarge
at this time. They are from a photography site. I will
purchase them and scan them in for you..
2006 Toledo Marathon
My brother John and I competed in the 2-person Relay Division.
Post-Detroit Turkey
Trot 10k
My brother John and I after we thawed out.
Pre-Stony Creek swim
training with the family
Here is most of my motivation! More photos to come!
2005 Waterloo
Triathlon - Relay
The winning team and a shot of all our friends that raced.
On the bike course.
ALWAYS WEAR YOUR HELMET!
Thank you to my team for a great race! We won
the relay by 24 minutes despite the spill on the bike. I am
anxious to get back to the sport. I loved being in the competitive
atmosphere again and seeing all our racing friends. Great job to
Bob, Nikki, Janet, Beth, Jenna, Margie and Bill. You guys had
terrific days!.
2004 Ironman
Wisconsin
I am an Ironman!
What a fantastic day! It was everything I dreamed and more.
Thanks to everyone that made this day possible.
I will do it again very soon. I am in love with this distance!
2004 Multisports.com
Ironman Wisconsin Training Camp
Chris Legh
Paula Newby Fraser
What a fantastic weekend!
Trish and the kids came to Madison with me for the camp.
We swam in the lake, rode 90 miles of the course
and ran one loop (13.1 miles) of the marathon course.
I felt strong all weekend and set a PR of 1:38:00 for a half marathon.
2004 Big Fish
Triathlon - Age Group Winner!:
This was a great day!
It was shared with my brother John who took second in his age group for
the duathlon.
I took my age group in the swim and overall.
I rode as hard as I could and sprinted the last 1.5 miles.
It took my all to keep the second place guy off my heels.
Every time I heard his feet, I picked it up!
All out effort and completely worth it!
2004 Seahorse
Olympic Triathlon:
With storms in the forecast, this was looking like a
gloomy day.
The race started and the rain held off!
I had a good swim and a killer bike. The run was changed
from past years to all trails.
It was poorly put together but I made it through.
I achieved a goal of top 10 in my age group for a sold out Olympic
event! - #7
2003 Steelhead 1/2
Ironman:
Meeting with Professional Triathlete Karen Smyers
The Swim
The Rainy Bike
 
The SLOOOWWW Run
The Finish!!!
Just a small but important sample of my cheering family.
THANKS GUYS!!!! I could not have done it without you!
2003 Sylvania
Triathlon:
Another great day!
Trish helped with body marking and it was wonderful to have her there
cheering me on.
This was a nice course and my first swim without a wetsuit. I will be
back to Sylvania!
2003 Great Lakes
Championship Triathlon:
 
2003 Seahorse
Triathlon:
What a great day! My family came to cheer me on.
They all volunteered for the race and were there waiting at the finish
line!
2003 Ann Arbor
Triathlon:
This was a tough race.
The water was cold - The swim start was Chaos
I got called for drafting (without trying to) - The trail run was really
steep
It absolutely poured rain after the tri.
Other that that it was a great day.
I saw lots of friends, old and new. I wish the family could have
made this race!
2002 Stony
Creek Triathlon - Age Group Winner!:
We got a little wet this day.
Rain at the swim start and a little drizzle on the bike.
The day was good enough for 1st in Age Group!.
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