So, after deciding I was going to train to run 13.1 miles I decided what the heck I'd add the Columbia Triathlon to my spring calendar as well. It will be my first Olympic distance tri. The bike is hard, the swim requires a wetsuit and well the run is 10K--I've never run 10K. But if I can run 13.1 miles what is 6.2 a few weeks later? Remember that this time last year I couldn't run At. All. No running to 5K was certainly more daunting than moving up from 3 to 13 miles.
So, I'll be looking to all my tri and running friends for advice on preparing for the half as well as the tri. First on my agenda after Iron Girl is being a diligent Weight Watcher and dropping at least another 25 pounds. It has to make everything easier. I have been stuck for about 6 weeks and while its better than being where I started I would like to be un-stuck.
I think this just proves that pushing yourself does make you believe you can do anything!
3 comments:
Way to Go! I'm sure you'll do great. The 1/2 looks like a lot of fun!
Mamamaven, I ran into one of your posts on the WW board and you mentioned that the "road is torn up." I was just looking at the Tricolumbia site earlier and read that little tid bit. I am signed up for the Columbia Iron Girl on the 24th and since it was my first triathlon ever and a HUGE stretch for me.... I signed up for the North East, MD tri for THIS WEEKEND too! I mean, why not, RIGHT?? My point is- I think we are an awful lot alike- my boobah is pre-K age.... but I am still wondering how she got that old! I didn't sign up for the Nashville half, but I am signed up for the Sun Trust 1/2 in DC in March.
I will look for your posts- this blog that you are keeping encourages me!
I am so happy and excited for you! I love the 1/2 marathon distance as it is challenging, but not as all-consuming as a full marathon. But I think the triathlon training is more consuming than the half.
You inspire me!
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