I have been an athlete all my life. When I move to Annapolis, from Puerto Rico in the year 2000, I wanted to do something fun and different! Something that would take me outside, help me meet interesting people and keep me fit for life in a healthy way.

When I discovered triathlons, a sport that changed my life. I was already cross training because I believe so much in it. Cross training helps me stay injury free and all three sports are inter-related. Your workouts are very different each day, there is always a nice challenge. Swimming is the best for you, it keeps the body whole but it is not as sociable.  Running, is sociable and easy to do, but doing it everyday, leads to pain and injury. And biking takes you outside, making you feel like a kid again, with the wind in your face and beautiful sceneries. The best part is, that you can bike long distances, achieving a fantastic aerobic fitness with no impact.(Just  be careful with the cars!)

So, in  September 2003 I decided to do an Ironman the year I turned 50, which was in 2007. Never in my dreams I thought my life would change for the best, I never thought turning 50 was going to be so much fun!

I have been very fortunate to have a loving husband, Joe and three wonderful kids, two of whom are married - Maria and Bryan, Jose and Savannah, and Carmen - who support me and share with me this passion. I have also met some amazing women and men who share the same enthusiasm for the outdoors as I do and will be my friends for life!

Helping others accomplish their goals has always been a big part of me. Tri Clique will help me reach out to more people who wish to think big!

• Your local club, becoming a member will help you meet people and share experiences.
• Bike fitting is the most essential thing you need to do before buying a bike.
  
• Staying healthy and who to go to if you were injured.
  
• How to get help for your swim.
  
• Help with your run – how much?
  
• Bike rides.
  
• Local events or which event would be best for you.