Welcome to Carla who has decided to join the Viceroys for 2012, in her own words:

In summer of 2009 I took part in a relay race at Dorney Lake, with just the one discipline to complete (the run) I found myself eager to learn more. So that was it, signed up for my first Triathlon. Having only ever swam breaststroke at snail’s pace, I knew this would be the toughest discipline, it was a mental battle to get in the water. I immersed myself in books, magazines, personal training and with the support of my family and friends I completed my first Tri (June 2010) not only that I also managed to raise over £2000.00 for two beautiful children Abbie and Christopher both of which lost their lives to cancer (two charities were formed in their name!).

I have always enjoyed the great outdoors and was a devoted member of Hounslow Running Club throughout my school years; I prefer Cross Country and frequent the local woods most weeks. (Some of my true loves have been: Gymnastics, Guides, Pot holing/Caving, Rock Climbing, Duke of Edinburgh, Hounslow RC, skiing, water skiing, sailing, kayaking, horse riding – generally anything that gets the heart racing!!)

Having ‘dipped my toe in’ am excited about setting some personal goals and look forward to meeting like-minded people along the way. Viceroys ticks all the boxes and members have made me feel exceptionally welcome ;0)

Goals: Id like to improve my swimming technique and build confidence while improving bike endurance.