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Sherpa Scenes: Lavaman Triathlon

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by Lindsay Cotter Posted: March 25, 2013

Such a great weekend! Being able to see my husband race, pain free and carefree, was my highlight. True JOY and PASSION! And despite having mechanical issues on the bike (had to stop and change out new wheels) he still finished strong. First out of the water and onto the bike then ran a 33 minute 10k. Not too bad considering he has been out of the racing scene for over a year. Love that guy!

I’ll leave you with a few Sherpa scenes. Every day was filled with friends, laughter, sunsets, and good memories. Just what us Cotters needed. A full recap will be coming soon (hopefully from the kiwi himself), but for now I’m soaking up my last day here with the hubs and the island. Cheers!

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Signing off jet lagged and joyful!

Sherpa Wife

LC

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  1. Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen

    03/28/2013 at 2:47 PM

    Now that is all TRULY marvelous!

    [And I want some Ginger Fizz.]

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  2. Kat

    03/28/2013 at 11:36 AM

    You’re such a great sherpa-wife!

    Reply
  3. Kanoelani

    03/27/2013 at 12:43 PM

    OMG I love your beautiful pics & so glad James had such a great race!! So happy for yall! 🙂

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  4. Abby @ Change of Pace

    03/27/2013 at 10:55 AM

    I’m so happy to hear James had a pain-free race. You must have been so happy to be there for it!
    Wow- first out of the water and a 33 min 10km is incredibly impressive!
    Glad you enjoyed the islands, good company, and lots of laughter!

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  5. Nicole @ Curly Mommy

    03/26/2013 at 8:47 PM

    So beautiful! I’m glad that all the prayers for James’ recovery have been successful. Congrats to you both!!

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    • LCCotter

      03/27/2013 at 7:32 AM

      thank you! prayers are always the best!! xxoo

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  6. purelytwins

    03/26/2013 at 8:15 PM

    love the sherpa scenes!! so pretty 😉
    hopefully you can get some good sleep in your bed soon!
    HUGS

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    • LCCotter

      03/27/2013 at 7:31 AM

      oh yes! much needed too!

      Reply
  7. Paige @ Your Trainer Paige

    03/26/2013 at 11:44 AM

    Yay!!!! 🙂
    Excited for the full recap.

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  8. Klh

    03/26/2013 at 11:34 AM

    What a great trip!
    Congrats to James…such a stud!
    He looks so lean . He always does just leaner 🙂
    Enjoy the rest of your time and safe travels

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  9. Bre

    03/26/2013 at 10:33 AM

    Love love love love it! So happy for you that you got to go to Kona for sherpa duties and so happy to hear that the race went well (despite the mechanical). sounds like a fabulous start to the 2013 season!! can’t wait to see what the rest of 2013 holds!

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  10. Kim K

    03/26/2013 at 10:32 AM

    OMG – the kiwi is back to racing! and racing fast! this is the best news ever! LC – i do want to talk to you – having yet another GI test this thursday. probably need to tailor diet. hope you are feeling well! xoxo

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    • LCCotter

      03/26/2013 at 4:50 PM

      it was truly AMAZING to see him race HEALTHY! Loved every second!! And yes, email me. Let’s get you back in action. My stomach still acts up at times, but it’s usually just stress now. LOL!

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  11. Michele @ Nycrunningmama

    03/26/2013 at 10:18 AM

    HOLY BATMAN. I can’t BELIEVE how fast he is 33 for the 10k?? Oh my gosh. Seriously amazing.
    Congrats to him and you on a great race!! So happy for you guys! xo

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  12. Danica @ It's Progression

    03/26/2013 at 8:34 AM

    That scenery is so gorgeous!!

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  13. Jess

    03/26/2013 at 4:18 AM

    Love love love! You are the hottest pair! Congrats to hubs! I hope you guys get more awesome racing trips like this! Especially to beautiful locations!

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    • LCCotter

      03/27/2013 at 9:51 PM

      thank you jess! have you been to hawaii? it’s kinda half way

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      • Jess

        03/27/2013 at 10:02 PM

        Yes never to the Big Island. But you used to have to stop via Hawaii when I was a kid to get to the US (my Grandma lived in San Diego). I loved the stop overs though, such a beautiful place.

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  14. Gina @ Health, Love, and Chocolate

    03/26/2013 at 1:19 AM

    Gosh, Hawaii is so darn beautiful. Congrats to your husband, he did so amazing and what a comeback after such a long break!

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  15. Jessie

    03/25/2013 at 10:12 PM

    You’ve got yourself one heck of a man! Congratulations on the big finish 🙂

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:27 PM

      awwww, shucks. I agree! and you have a pretty fabulous man yourself.

      Reply
  16. Chuck

    03/25/2013 at 9:17 PM

    Sounds like a great weekend! I love the Passion!

    Wow- a 33 minute 5k!!

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 9:37 PM

      actually it was a 10K. haha. i think i my 5k is 33. LOL! You would have LOVED this race!

      Reply
  17. Maria @ Pappa Don't Preach

    03/25/2013 at 7:17 PM

    Wow – that’s really impressive! You must be so proud of him! Looks like it was truly amazing! Jet lag is definitely worth it! 🙂

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:28 PM

      i’m very proud! always!!!

      Reply
  18. Coco

    03/25/2013 at 6:50 PM

    So beautiful! I’m so glad James was pain free and you guys had a great time!

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  19. Jan

    03/25/2013 at 6:27 PM

    How exciting to have him back racing after such a long delay. Welcome back, James! 🙂

    You are SO good at being a Sherpa. I spend a lot of time whining about how early we have to be there, how cold it is, etc. I hope my husband never finds your blog and figures out how good you are at it. LOL

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  20. Christa @ Edible Balance

    03/25/2013 at 5:42 PM

    Gosh, I LOVE to watch my husband race, so I feel that same joy you were feeling! It’s amazing to see how much that hard work pays off. How frustrating with the bike issues, but so happy to hear he raced injury free! I’m also happy to know that you had a lovely, well-deserved vacation out of it too xoxo

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  21. Pavement Runner

    03/25/2013 at 4:23 PM

    I saw there were some tech. difficulties… great that you all pulled through and finished super strong. Nice job team, nice job Mr. Cotter.

    And FYI, the reason there were only 3 singlets in my photos is because I totally cant rock those. LOL. They were all bought awhile ago and you never seem shirtless or sleeveless for a reason. I’ll leave the hot man body to your husband and let him drive the ladies crazy.

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:34 PM

      haha, he’s a hottie in my eyes. Singlets with the chest hair hanging out. ohhhhhh ya!

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  22. Kierston @candyfit

    03/25/2013 at 3:41 PM

    So SOOOOOO marvelous!

    Love the pics and the joy and the passion within this post!

    LOVE!

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  23. Maren

    03/25/2013 at 3:06 PM

    So, so, so happy for you both. How amazing! Congratulations to you both. xoxo

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:39 PM

      you are amazing!!! thank YOU!!

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  24. Rachelle

    03/25/2013 at 2:33 PM

    Congratulations!! He truly hasn’t skipped a beat and I am so so happy to see him racing pain free. Yay for team Cotter! So so sorry to hear about the bike problems, but honestly he came back like a champ and ran a 33 min 10k. That is so awesome.

    I am looking forward to hearing more.

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:37 PM

      i agree! such speed!

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  25. She Rocks Fitness

    03/25/2013 at 2:22 PM

    YES! Was so happy to read this on my Monday afternoon in between clients…Love all the smiles and beautiful scenery. Glad it went well and let’s catch up this week when you aren’t jet lagged. XOXO

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  26. Lisa

    03/25/2013 at 2:18 PM

    What a blessing! So happy there were no injuries and you experience a great race! Yay.
    So happy for the two of you!

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  27. Jody - Fit at 55

    03/25/2013 at 2:03 PM

    I LOVE THAT ISLAND!!!! Such beautiful & fun pics!!! Really glad you got to go too!!! 🙂

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  28. Cort the Sport

    03/25/2013 at 2:01 PM

    Racing pain-free is a HUGE HUGE win. The mechanicals happen, but now he can move forward. I’m SO happy about that great news!!!!!

    Reply
  29. Jess @ Blonde Ponytail

    03/25/2013 at 1:48 PM

    Awwwwwww! Looks like a LOVELY weekend! Can I come with next time?? 🙂 Congrats to James on his finish despite the bike tire change!!

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  30. Brooke

    03/25/2013 at 1:26 PM

    He Who promised is faithful! 🙂 So happy for you both! Grateful for the great race, and grateful for a much needed break for you two. Love and hugs!

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  31. kalli

    03/25/2013 at 1:22 PM

    I love this! and a 3 3min 10K-smokin!

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  32. julie

    03/25/2013 at 1:00 PM

    so happy for you & the hubby!!! hope you guys went out and celebrated after the race! you’re such a supportive wife – he’s a VERYYYYY lucky man!

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  33. beka @ rebecca roams

    03/25/2013 at 12:42 PM

    Congrats to James on the finish. I saw he had a strike of bad luck with his comments on IG, but definitely overcame the obstacles! And congrats to you for successfully Sherpa-ing (?) him and putting his needs first. You are amazing! Can you come sherpa me? I shall repay you in sun, FL beach days, wine, and free lodging? haha!

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  34. jobo

    03/25/2013 at 12:24 PM

    wow! he did incredibly well!! must be all the sherpa’ing in large part, not even kidding!! You do so much to keep him strong and fueled and healthy, that and your prayers and his hard work and all of that work collectively has been shown in those numbers! wow! so good! Stupid bike tire!! have so much fun the last of your trip!

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  35. Amanda @ Diary of a Semi-Health Nut

    03/25/2013 at 12:01 PM

    I love your sherpa stories! Supporting your hubby is SO IMPORTANT and I doubt he would do half as well without you!!

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  36. Jess

    03/25/2013 at 11:42 AM

    YAY on sherpa skills and doing what you LOVE MOST. Supporting the hubs — I love your joy and passion my friend. And huge huge YAY to the hubs for doing SO WELL — um hi, 33 min 10k is absurd 😉 can’t wait to hear more!!

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  37. Beth @ Miles and Trials

    03/25/2013 at 11:20 AM

    Wow, congratulations, James! I’m so happy he was able to race pain free, that is awesome. Enjoy your last day in paradise!

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  38. janetha

    03/25/2013 at 11:16 AM

    Great pics! You are such a good wife. Will you be mine?

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:35 AM

      yep! as long as you are my sugar mama, deal?

      Reply
  39. katie

    03/25/2013 at 11:09 AM

    He did AMAZING! Make sure you tell him congrats from us over here! You are the best sherpa, I am sure he was so happy you could be there for him! You guys are just so sweet and a great team!

    Enjoy your last day there and I hope he is resting up after that race!

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:34 AM

      i will tell him! thank YOU! You are my sherpa wife support. tee hee

      Reply
  40. Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen)

    03/25/2013 at 11:05 AM

    Holy crap, James is a machine!!! I’m so happy for your team! Enjoy your time together!

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  41. Danielle @ Truffles n' Treadmills

    03/25/2013 at 10:58 AM

    so much fun! love all of the palm trees

    Reply
  42. Christine @ Love, Life, Surf

    03/25/2013 at 10:54 AM

    Love your sherpa scenes. Days filled with friends, laughter, sunsets, and good memories sounds like pretty darn good days. Yay for James and racing pain-free!! Do you need a sherpa assistant next time??

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:00 AM

      yes please! maybe we need to sherpa in the bahamas next, yes?

      Reply
  43. Michelle @ Eat Move Balance

    03/25/2013 at 10:47 AM

    Congrats to your husband!! What an incredible race! Soak up what’s left of your time there–it looks beautiful. 🙂

    Reply
  44. Alysia @ Slim Sanity

    03/25/2013 at 10:43 AM

    Holy smokes! He is speedy! 🙂 I’m so glad he had a good race!

    Reply
  45. natalie@thesweetslife

    03/25/2013 at 9:55 AM

    looks beautiful! cannot wait to hear more! 🙂 and HELLO awesome 10k!

    Reply
  46. Melissa

    03/25/2013 at 9:55 AM

    glad he did well, despite the bike issues.

    I am SO jealous you are there. We were talking about another Hawaii trip yesterday

    Reply
  47. Haley @ fullnfit

    03/25/2013 at 9:40 AM

    It is definitely a Marvelous Monday for the Cotter bunch! Those sunsets are gorgeous 🙂

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  48. Chels R.

    03/25/2013 at 9:20 AM

    Looks like a lovely time lady! Congrats to Mr. Cotter!!

    Reply
  49. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table

    03/25/2013 at 8:56 AM

    A 33 min 10K after all that?! I’m totally impressed!! What is his fastest??? Loved the Cotter tush shot on IG. Too cute!

    Enjoy your island relaxation day together!

    Reply
  50. Kaitlin @4loveofcarrots

    03/25/2013 at 8:42 AM

    33minute 10k your hubs is a rockstar! next time you go Ill be your sherpa buddy!

    Reply
  51. Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries

    03/25/2013 at 8:42 AM

    Oh my, this makes me SO happy to hear! 🙂 I’m glad you guys are having a great time and that Mr. Cotter did so well. Congrats! Enjoy your time together!

    Reply
  52. Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning

    03/25/2013 at 8:21 AM

    Yay!! How beautiful… as I sit here watching the snow fall, the thought of being somewhere tropical sounds awfully nice. 🙂
    Love the photos!

    Reply
  53. Krysten Siba Bishop (@darwinianfail)

    03/25/2013 at 8:17 AM

    So freakin’ Amazing!! That is one crazy fast 10km!
    Definitely joining the Sherpa team next trip to Hawaii! 🙂

    Reply
  54. Lindsay @ Lindsay's List

    03/25/2013 at 8:14 AM

    and just like that – God restores hope. Rooting for James!!!!

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:31 AM

      AMEN! Thank you for always praying. xxoo

      Reply
  55. Heather (Where's the Beach)

    03/25/2013 at 8:13 AM

    Holy cow he’s fast! So exciting!! Love all the pictures too. Thanks for sharing them.

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  56. Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean

    03/25/2013 at 8:03 AM

    so pretty! glad he had a good race!!

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    • LCCotter

      03/25/2013 at 11:23 AM

      me too! despite the bike problems.

      Reply
  57. Laura @ Mommy Run Fast

    03/25/2013 at 7:46 AM

    Wow! He did fantastic! I bet you’re exhausted… rest up today. 🙂

    Reply
  58. Heather @ Heather's Dish

    03/25/2013 at 7:43 AM

    Take me with you next time? 🙂

    Reply

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