Well, it is time to get serious ... Not that I didn't need to be serious about it before, but Ironman is now only 140 days away ... That scares me a little ... ok, A LOT!! I am doing my best to trust the plan that is set out for me and am trying not to read all of the posts on Facebook by people that seem to be doing more than I am ... I AM one to err on the side that less is more. There is a reason for everything that Blake is having me do or not do, but it still makes me a bit nervous. It brings me back to an earlier post of not comparing. Everyone has their own plan and reasons why they are doing everything that they are doing. Maybe they are trying to qualify for Kona, maybe they are swimming a gogillian yards as they really need to work on their swim, so TRUST THE PLAN and go with it. If I do take a step back and look at this way ... As far as my last Ironman experience went, I officially started training this coming week, so I am way ahead of the game ... Not by volume, but just as far as structure and base building goes ... So, a win for me!!!
This sport is a busy one, and one that takes commitment and dedication. I know I have it, but at times, to find that mojo for a long run on the treadmill, to get up at 4:00am to swim, etc can be tough. Fortunately my hubcap understands what it takes to get it done, so he is supportive when it comes to training and will give me the extra nudge to get out there and get it done when it needs to be. I also really appreciate my friends that participate in this sport. Whether they are currently active in triathlon, just starting out or have taken a breather, they all understand what needs to happen to get to the start line on race day and all of the juggling that needs to take place as well. It truly makes me appreciate all of the people that I have met that participate in this sport. :-)
Today, I have to give a shout out to two of my tri friends. First, Laurie, who I haven't known for that long and is on my team, but is a fantastic woman and had just the right words for me this morning when I was questioning my upcoming race. She had a long day yesterday, finishing her first 50k ultra!!!! Rocking it coming 3rd in her age group (woot woot), so she was tired, but took that time to give me that fire and to just remember that all I can do is do my best when're day comes!!! And second, I was talking to my friend Jim this morning who gave me some perfect encouraging words and a swift "virtual" kick in the a$$ for me to get up and go get that run DONE!!! Those are just two examples of why I truly enjoy and love everyone in this sport.
This coming week will be a busy one with work, training and just life in general. Soccer has "sort of" started for Sparky ... Waiting for the practice schedule this week to add that to the list o' things to do :-). It's one of those, "I'd better be organized this week" weeks. The upcoming weekend will be relatively mellow, but good as I get to see one of my closest friends Terri to celebrate her birthday and pick up our race packets for the Wisconsin Half Marathon on May 4th.
So, here is to hoping for some genuine spring weather up ahead and enjoying the rest of your Sunday! Most importantly, remember, that life is good. Enjoy it, love it and be kind to one another!!! Until next Sunday!!!
Great Job keep it up. I went on a ride today with a friend, it was pouring rain and he still showed up at my door. It is good to have those friends.
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