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Kim Austen
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What do you do?
Own a team development company and mum to Taylor (9) and Kelty (7)
Women’s Co-ordinator for Northern Sydney Cycling Club

What is an average training week?
Cycle 3x, Run 2x, Kayak x1, Gym x1. Swim when possible.

Why do you enjoy what you do so much?
I love the variety, the challenge, the coffee afterwards, the social side and the outdoors.

What are your goals?
To improve without doing more training time and without injury and still enjoy the workouts.

Most exciting event or adventure?
Every AR I have done has been it’s own exciting adventure.

Most significant achievement?
To persevere with the husband’s mountain bike in the beginning.

Thoughts on Jaggad apparel?
Stylish, comfortable, flattering - I wouldn't wear anything else!

Final words? 
I love the thought that you don’t slow down because you get old, you get old because you slow down!
Encourage others to get out there

Discipline :
Road Cycling, Running, Kayak, Mountain Biking
Started Riding:
December 2002, cycle racing since 2005; adventure racing since 2007
2009 Goals :
To Have fun and finish races with a smile on my face
Favourite Race :
Criteriums
Best Attribute :
Always smiling (can't help it)
Best Discipline :
Being on time
Greatest Indulgence :
Looking my best (Thanks Jaggad!)
Favourite Garment :
• Terrain Shorts
Why?
Pockets ideal for GU and checkpoint cards, comfortable to run and ride in.
Favourite web site :
I rely on the Bureau of Meterology a lot!
Results ....

Jan 09:   Kathmandu Adventure Race – 2nd Female

May 09:  AROC Adventure Race – 1st Female

June 09: NSW Team Time Trial – 2nd Masters

June 09: Kathmandu Adventure Race – 1st Female