Past Races

Alexandra Michel

HONOLULU, Hawaii

I short, I am a mother, a veteran, the spouse to an active duty soldier, a midwife, and also have a PhD in Nursing. We are currently living in Hawaii for another 9 months or so so we try to hard to make as many experiences as we can. We still have to go to Maui and I need to snorkle a tad bit more so I can catch up with some dolphins. I also still need to learn how to surf. I also volunteer for an organization called wear blue: run to remember. The purpose of this organization is to honor the service and sacrifice of the American military.

In my day to day life, I am outside as much as I can. I need to sunlight and fresh air
to recharge my batteries. But you won't find me just laying at the beach. That . When we go to the beach it is with a purpose - swimming, paddle boarding, or snorkeling. Sometimes we combine all of the above.

Sport wise - I am a triathlete. I started as a runner, but knew that I had to change something to prevent long term injuries. So I became a triathlete. With the impending move next summer I don't dare so sign up for anything in the future. I race the local circuit and enjoy the friendships I made here on island. And I try to support the two local RDs that work hard to put on these races. It is not easy. To this day, swimming is still my achilles' heel, but I will keep on working on it.