You got great advice on the swimming part, just remember to have fun!

When I did my first in June, the Danskin, the hills on the bike were killing me! (wouldn't have been because I was on a walmart bike... ) As I was struggling up a hill, a woman commented on how beautiful the sunflowers were...and that totally reminded me to have fun and enjoy! It was MUCH better after that!

Good Luck!

Shelly