- Finish of 2010 Hawaiian Ironman
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Dateline: Oct 7, 2010
Kona Hawaii, Hawaiian Ironman Pre-race Blog
By Joseph Maroon, MD
The Excitement is already building for the big day on Saturday. For the last two days here in paradise I have done a few ocean swims and bike along the lava fields. I have already gotten a taste of the high winds on the road in excess of 45 miles per hour. It is an interesting way to bike leaning to one side to fight the high gusts. The water however is a perfect temperature although slightly rough in the afternoon the morning swims are fine.
There are world class athletes all around Kona this week. I spent the afternoon yesterday going through the Ironman Expo here talking to many experts about the latest bike and shoe technologies. I also met the Powerbar folks and discussed my hydration and nutrition on race day.
Today I plan to start to slow down and begin to conserve both my energy and calories to use for race day. I plan to start carb and protein loading as well. Later today I will visit the local Kona GNC store to discuss supplements and questions about the new Longevity Factor Line of supplements.
Throughout today and Friday I will be both anticipating and dreading what will come on Saturday. Typically these two days will be mostly low key with a lot of introspection and prayer.
I will have a short update tomorrow then on the big day of the race, my colleague, Jeff Bost and my Ironman fans here with me will keep you updated throughout the day on Saturday. I will have a few photos to send later today as well.
Wish me luck and keep me in your thoughts and prayers.
Joe
Dateline: Oct 8, 2010
Kona Hawaii, Hawaiian Ironman Pre-race Blog
By Joseph Maroon, MD
Well the big day is in less than 24 hours away and the pace here in Kona is ramping up. Yesterday the crews were assembling the finish line and stands and many of the roads are staring to close. I took a quick swim and bike in the morning and mostly rested throughout the afternoon. I did have a chance to go to the local Kona GNC store and meet Ryan, GNC Region Sales Manger, Tara, the store Manger and Joe who also works at the Store. They are great folks and we discussed an number of topics on the new Longevity Factors line and took a lot of pictures. I also met Mari, who was there representing Power Bar. She is a former member of the US Olympic Bike team and won the silver medal in 2000 at the Sydney Olympics.
The evening turned more serious yesterday when all the Ironmen participants were request to attend a rules meeting. After a pasta dinner, the race organizers laid out the course, where aid stations would be and other important information about the race. There was a lot of safety information and where to find help if you need it. It is not called the most grueling race in the world for nothing, but there goal is to try to provide the support the racers will need for the 8 to 15 hours or more people will be in the water, on the road and hitting the pavement.
Today I will mostly rest and eat, but like most my mind is already racing and wondering how I will survive. Tomorrow you will get updates through out the day and also the official Ironman website will be tracking my progress on the net.
Wish me luck and I will see you on the other side!
Joe
Dateline Kona, Hawaii, Oct, 9, 2010 5:30 am Maroon Ironman Blog
Guest Blogger – Jeff Bost
The morning count down has arrived. The bags are packed, the bikes are ready and the crowds are starting to gather at the start. The Pros will start the swim at 6:30 am and the rest soon after at 7 am.
It is already a warm morning here in Kona, but the waters are calm so far. Joe has already been marked – 213- and is now mentally preparing for the big day. The fans and racers are all around us in the hotel lobby in the King
Ironman Swim Start 2010
Kamehameha hotel. The ceremonial Hawaiian dancers and drummers are getting ready right next to us. We plan to be on the bayside wall for the start and then go up to Joe’s room to get a bird’s eye view and photos. Attached in the first photo of the day and hopefully many more to come. Stay tune and more updates will be coming throughout the day
Kona Ironman Update – Oct 9, 2010, 5:30 pm
Guest Blogger – Jeff Bost
Off the bike and on to the run. As predicted Joe was able to complete the bike in 7 hrs. He looked great and gave us all high fives at the transition. The run is hardest part, but as the sun is now setting the temperatures are now improving. We will be able to see him several times as he criss-crosses Kona.
It will be a late night as we don’t expect him back much before 11:30 pm tonight. I plan one more blog tonight with Joe crossing the finishline. Go Joe Go!
Ironman Maroon Blog – Final Update 10/10/10 7am Kona, Hawaii
Guest Blogger – Jeff Bost
The sun is up here in Kona, but most of the town is still asleep. What a day it was. Joe surprised us all as he was able to run the last several miles of the run and break his time two years ago by almost 20 minutes. No foot blisters this year and after this triumphant crossing of the finish line he remained standing and strong. We learn only then how bad the bike ride had been. Temperatures exceeding 125 degrees and winds gusting to over 45 mph. He said 5 Pro racers were involved in a serious crash due to the winds which flow down from the lava fields top the ocean.
Joe Maroon Ironman 2010 Finish
His new bike worked perfectly and he was very happy about that. After the race he was able to stand for a few photos and received his metal. We have heard he had a good nights rest and today will mostly recover and replenish. His plans are to leave Tuesday and be back Wednesday some time with surgeries scheduled on Thursday. That’s a real Ironman!
Thank you from all your thoughts, wishes and prayers. Signing off from Kona, the home of the Ironman race and a lot of crazy Ironman racers!
Final Summary – Swim 1:54, Bike 6:57, Run 6:31 – Total 15:40
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