Ya so me not posting means me not training.
I've really slacked off these past few days. With Kens party to organize and run I was a little stressed. Then my legs started to ache and it rained for 2 days. (I did work with the trainer Mon & Wed, and swam Tue)
I got to the pool where the Tri is being held and swam today. So many good swimmers just cruising along. Very intimidating.
I did meet a guy that is training for a half Iron. He was kind and said I was a good swimmer and should think about Tri's. I told him I 'd actually signed up for the one in 2 weeks and he wished me luck and said I should come train with his team. I love Triathlon folks!!!!
I'm waffling on showing up for the Tri. I have Ken saying I've given it a good shot and it is OK not to do it. Then I have Roger saying to not give up and I can do anything I put my mind too. Grr.
I really want to do this. I'm just scared of crapping out and giving up.
the bitch is back
12 years ago
2 comments:
So just my 2 cents. I think that we are always afraid of not making it. But you will never know if you don't try. If you DON'T do it you have NO chance of completing it. Have you ever done a race before? The adrenaline itself will keep you moving. During my half marathon I was in excruciating pain and limped for about 4 miles, but there was no way in HELL I was giving up. You don't have that type of determination in training (or at least I don't) but when you are out there with the rest of the athletes you feel this sense that you can accomplish anything. I say go for it. If I could be there I would be cheering you on all the way. The feeling is amazing!
I think you'll make an informed assessment of your condition right before the event, and decide one way or another at that point. If you are feeling confident and have enough indication from your body that you'll do this without causing permanent injury, then I have no doubt that you'll muscle through come hell or high water. And if you have some intuition or instinct telling you that something is not right, I totally trust that you have the wisdom and reason to say, "This isn't my race today. There will be other races for me, but not this one, and that's OK because my health is the most important thing."
To hell with whatever anyone else thinks. Only ONE person's opinion matters in this case: the person most in tune with your body, your resources, your motivations and your condition... YOU. Trust yourself... you know more than you think you do!
Love ya. Sorry I haven't called back. I keep forgetting until I don't have the phone or it's too late. I suck!
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