Different Perspective Sports Magazine Issue 2 - IRONMAN Wales | Page 35

An Interview with Ella-Rose
You are the youngest female competitor in the race at 20, what motivated you ?
I have done a few things over the years but Ironman has always been at the back of my
mind. I never thought that I would do Wales though even though I live here as it is so hilly
but in February I was at my computer one evening and got a confirmation email through.
My mum had actually signed me up whilst she was away with friends and had a few
drinks! A bit of a surprise but here I am!
So it was not a birthday or Christmas present just a random gesture of kindness
from her?
Yes - I can’t complain though as here I am.
How fit were you in February given the enormity of the challenge that Ironman is?
I was ok as I had a marathon planned for March but had to do a lot of work on the bike. I
got straight out on it!
Were you a confident swimmer and biker back in February?
I was, as swimming is something that I have always done. I had completed my first
triathlon last year so had some experience on the bike and have done a few marathons
so my running was ok.