It's been a good week so far in the land of keeping fit. After my 3 days off last week I got myself back on the bike for a 20 mile ride on the trainer and a 3 mile run. Monday was a 5 mile run, spin class and 1500m swim drills. Tuesday was a 3 mile run and a 2500m long swim. Wednesday was a 5 mile run and a 10 mile bike. Today is a rest day..........yes.
I found myself the other day while I was running starting to visualize the finish line of the 1/2 iron man. I have no idea what it will look like or how many people will be there cheering me on but that really wasn't what I was seeing. What I was visualizing was the line. The finish line. The chip timing mats. The volunteers who line the last 30 yards to make sure you don't fall, trip or pass out. As I was thinking about this the adrenaline started to flow. I got that feeling that only happens the first time you tackle an endurance event. Like the first time I crossed the finish line of my first marathon. Everyone that I did after that was just not the same. The last 30 seconds of my first marathon were the best 30 seconds I have ever felt in terms of endurance and accomplishment. It was something that I did on my own and was all about me. No one else. I didn't want the feeling to go. I actually slowed down probably adding a few seconds to my time just to enjoy the moment. I am convinced that again I will get that feeling for the 1/2 iron man. I know this because the anticipation is already there. The visualizing is already starting. I will be preparing for a feeling that lasts if your lucky a minute for the next 7 months. 7 months for 1 minute. Let me tell you it will be worth it.
Came across this last night. It's from the IMFL race this past weekend. These are the people I admire the most. These are people just like me. Someday I hope to tackle the ironman. One step at a time though, one step at a time.
Awesome video,gives me chills.
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