I did my first Danskin Triathlon 2 1/2 years ago at the age of 58 and my second one last summer at 60! I wasn't a good swimmer then and still today am not good but a little better. I never learned how to breath so the first time I did the swimming with my head out of the water the entire time. I was so tired by the time I got out of the water but couldn't belive I actually did 1/2 mile. First time ever in my life! Last year I took swim lessons to learn how to breath properly but my time wasn't much better. This year I'm planning on concentrating more on swimming. My two daughters did it with me last summer as a celebration of me turning 60. One was 2 months pregnant at 33 and the other is 36. My older daughter didn't train hardly at all and was surprised at how easy the whole thing was!!!!! They were both on swim team in high school so that was the easiest for them. My running days are over after the first time so last year I walked and felt fine about it but forgot how old my shoes were so my feet were killing me. Make sure your shoes are in good condition. I absolutely LOVED the tri. The second time wasn't as exciting because I knew what to expect but my favorite part of the whole thing was the training. I never new I enjoyed swimming so much and in particular in a lake. It just goes to show that it's never too late to try new things. Enjoy yourself and don't take it too seriously!!!!!!! I look forward to hearing all about your first experience

Connie