Massive congratulations to my husband and athlete Simon Smith for completing Ironman Leeds at the weekend. The 2.4 mile lake swim was followed by a brutal 112 mile bike with 8000ft of climbing and then a 4 lap undulating 26.2 mile run in the grounds of Roundhay Park. The race provided us with highs and lows, the positives being a PB swim and super strong bike followed by 21 miles of strong running before severe stomach pain took over. The fitness and strength are there; now just back to the drawing board to nail the race nutrition. 15th out of 139 in his age group – next stop Ironman Wales!!
