I must say that when I started this blog, I thought I would be writing on a weekly basis and updating my progress along the way. That hasn't happened. I am learning that, it's ok. Or at least that is what I keep telling myself. 6 weeks. (It was 8 when I started writing this post). That is all that is left in my quest to train for a 70.3 this year. My original thought was that I wanted to do two 70.3 events a year, with a few Olympics and Sprints sprinkled in. All with the idea of the travel it would provide. That plan has not worked out so well, so far. I have had a lot of travel but for work. My scheduled races have been moved or cancelled and so far I have managed to only do one event this year despite training for the past 10 or so months. The one thing I decided to do this year going into any event was to get a coach. A decision I am glad I made. For today's workout one of my assignments is to write him a paragraph or list of my "Why". Why I love this sport and want sponsors. So here we go, this one is for you Coach! I love this sport. I love how it makes me feel; strong, independent, focused, proud. I enjoy the people it surrounds me with, people with like minds, conversation about race courses, times, nutrition, gear, and all the processes along the way to get someone to their A race. I love learning and hearing about it all. There is something about the accomplishment of a sport like triathlon that lets you know that you can do anything that you put your mind to. You just have to want it. Yes, it isn't always sunshine and roses and I have a lot of days like this: After a good solid pout session I have to pull up my big girl panties and get back to business. After all, I want to be good role model for my kids. I want to set a good example of hard work and setting goals. I want them to be proud of me. They are the only people that I do this for, besides myself. When thinking about why I want sponsors this is what comes to mind: For me, having sponsors is a win-win because I love to talk about the products and the services I use. Without good products, services and coaching I wouldn't be at the point that I am today. I have noticed a significant change in not only my ability but my recovery and how I feel after a long hard workout or event. I like to give credit with the credit is due. If that means I have to wear their logo and talk about them on social media, I am all for it. I would gladly support anyone who supports me. I can't do this alone. Triathlon is teaching me more and more about myself every day. On top of it all I am healthier and happier about my self-image then I have been in a very long time. I laugh more, I smile more...I definitely sweat more. I call triathlon my fountain of youth. I owe so much to my coach, Matt Borschke. 6 more weeks.
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