James’ Ironman Triathlon Chronology

This is a chronology of my training for the Ottawa Ironman Triathlon on August 2, 2026.

Organized events I attended either as a participant or as a spectator:

1. August 3, 2025: Where it all started, watching the 2025 Ottawa Ironman Triathlon.
2. May 3, 2026: I rode 95 km in a fundraiser bicycle ride for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
3. April 29, 2026: My Bike Minds presentation on my Ironman journey.
4. May 16, 2026: My first triathlon, organized by Somersault.
5. May 24, 2026: My first marathon during Ottawa Race Weekend.
6. June 6-7, 2026: The Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour, a two-day 372 km round trip bicycle ride between Ottawa and Kingston.
7. July 11, 2026: Bring on the Bay, a 3 km open water swim.

Training notes:

1. Overcoming obstacles
2. Stay tuned for further posts on this topic…