SENSATION in Nagold: Katharina Kellermann becomes German runner-up!

SENSATION in Nagold: Katharina Kellermann becomes German runner-up!

In a breathtaking showdown of sporting performance, Katharina Kellermann from Weil der Stadt pulled off an outstanding trick at the German Long Distance Triathlon Championship: She took the coveted second place in her age group for women aged 40 to 44! Stuttgarter Nachrichten reports that this competition takes place in the picturesque but challenging backdrop around Nagold took place!

With a strenuous distance of 3.8 kilometers of swimming, followed by 180 kilometers of cycling and a final marathon run of 42 kilometers, Kellermann fought his way to the finish in an incredible total time of 11:39 hours! This is particularly remarkable because the demanding route through the Black Forest, with an altitude of over 1,500 meters, is even more difficult than the legendary Ironman in Hawaii! KRZ BB emphasizes that Kellermann is one of the best triathletes in Germany!

Sensational preparations

The preparation for this massive event was nothing short of epic! She dedicated over 20 hours a week to her training to ensure she was at her best. On the day of the competition, the alarm went off at 3:22 a.m. – yes, you heard that right! The early breakfast was a real challenge for the athlete, but she didn't let it stop her from giving her best. At 4:15 a.m. we took a shuttle bus to the ore mine where the competition began.

The cycling and running route took them through spectacular places like Altensteig and Mindersbach! This passionate athlete lived and breathed triathlon and is therefore a fantastic role model. It is therefore hardly surprising that her son, Julius Kellermann, also gave his best at the children's and youth triathlon in Nagold and celebrated overall victory in his age group (born 2012/2013)!

• Julius benötigte 12:12 Minuten für sein Rennen und sicherte sich damit einen unglaublichen Vorsprung von 20 Sekunden auf den Zweitplatzierten!
• Er war begeistert von seinen Leistungen im Schwimmen und Radfahren, während er das Laufen als „weniger gut“ empfand – eine kleine Schwäche, die jedoch nichts an seinem grandiosen Sieg änderte!

Triathlon – An explosive sport on the rise

Did you know that the first triathlon took place in San Diego, California in 1974? Leidenschaft Triathlon shows that triathlon is still a relatively young sport and has rapidly increased in popularity since then! Around 600 triathlon events take place in Germany every year, with over 1,500 competitions taking place!

Kellermann's achievement joins the glorious list of German triathletes who regularly shine on the international stage. A role model for many Impressive and inspiring - Katharina Kellermann has proven that the will to win, coupled with tireless training and passionate commitment, can actually move mountains!