Lisa Ribes, W30-34

tucson, arizona

How did you get your start in Triathlons?  A friend talked me into doing the Tinfoilman.

What is your favorite workout?  Riding up Mt. Lemmon and eating pie at the top

“When I’m not training/racing, I enjoy…”  Travelling!

If you could train for a week with one other triathlete who would it be and why?  Natasha Badmann - she is really sweet and likes to chat.

If you could have one superhero power what would it be?  Mind-numbing beauty/ugliness

Describe your biggest race disaster.  My cable breaking minutes before a TT.

Do you have a non-negotiable pre-race ritual?  Checking my gear, then rechecking it, then checking it again.  Repeat.

What culinary indulgence do you allow yourself after a big race (that you don’t normally partake of)?  The largest ice cream treat with the most chocolate/candy/sprinkles/cookie dough on it.

What is the worst job you’ve ever had?  Cleaning out grease pits in concession stands.

What adjective describes you best? Refer to the superhero question.

Finally, do you have any advice for athletes new to multi-sport competition?  Keep at it.  Be smart. Push yourself.  Take breaks.  Take care of yourself.  Have a blast!