The Happy Turtle's Journey to the Start: An Ironman Tale

For those of you that believe that you have to be sleek, slim, cut and fast to be an Ironman, think again! Some of our bodies just don’t fit that mold but we have the guts to set our intention, make a plan and see it to the end. In my heart, I believe that turtles CAN fly! The turtle society is not just challenged by fitness, but by the time limits imposed by race companies insisting we keep up with the status quo so they can get to the bars before last call. Well, I suppose there has to be a cut off or us turtles might be out there for days enjoying the sun on our backs. Some stare at the turtles on the course wondering why it even embarks on such a journey and what purpose it has. It is old, weathered, wrinkled, and slow no matter how you twist it. I just know that you can train a turtle and the turtle might teach you a thing or two along the way. We are old and wise and we have a shell that cannot be broken. We want a taste of victory just like our other friends. I cannot find another creature that I am most like. Join me on my journey from start to end to help the Happy Turtle win again!

Sunday, February 12, 2012

280 Days to Go!

40 weeks and counting.  That does not sound that far off.  May the body and mind get in sync over the next 280 days.  The training feels good.  Happy to be done with another week.  Sunday afternoons will be my favorite time when you finish your last lap and you know you have earned a day off.  This week I completed 4 swim workouts, 3 runs, and 3 bike workouts along with 2 weight training sessions and more stretching and balance work.  I experienced more tightness in the calves, but the compression socks, electrolytes and stretching are helping.  I am no longer bored, I now have people to talk to that speak my language, and half of my time is spent with the after effects of a hard workout ( a calm inner peace).    Peace out.  Time to cook a hardy meal and relax and watch the Grammy's.  The best music is the beat that plays over and over in your mind while you are running, biking and swimming.
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