Patrick Doak, Handcycle

concord, massachusetts

How did you get your start in Triathlons? I watched IM Kona on TV when I was 15 and knew it was something I wanted to do.

What is your favorite workout? Any Lactate Threshold workouts. They're painful and relatively quick. Very good for my short attention span.

“When I’m not training/racing, I enjoy…” Hanging out with my girlfriend Jennifer and my son Jared.

If you could train for a week with one other triathlete who would it be and why? Carlos Moleda - When it comes to handcycle triathlon he's Mr. Wizard not to mention the 4-time Kona champ and course record holder.

Describe your biggest race disaster. It's always something in Kona. Crushed wheels, crushed racing chair frames, lost bikes, you name it the airlines have done it to my equipment.

What culinary indulgence do you allow yourself after a big race (that you don’t normally partake of)? Double Whopper with cheese, fries, and a frozen coke.

What is the worst job you’ve ever had? I worked at a library one summer in high school. It's where I learned to sleep sitting up.

What adjective describes you best? Slow and steady.

Finally, do you have any advice for athletes new to multi-sport competition? Join a club... Hire a coach... Learn from other's experiences.