The new Adventure has Started!!!


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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

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The journey has begun! On the strike of 4am we were rolling down the street to begin the final steps to this incredible adventure! What a journey it has been and what a journey this will be.
As anyone has likely experienced doing their first race, yesterday was mildly chaotic! I did get an early start out to visit a few experienced IM'ers for a coffee. It is great listening to them talk about the adventures they have been on, very inspirational and motivational at this point.
After a relaxing coffee a full day of excitement started. I walked around with a list in my hand all day long picking up pieces and putting them into the proper piles. Reviewing the possibilities of weather and making sure I was ready for any eventuality. Although I was relatively organized it still turned out being an entire day of running around.
As well as getting ready for the race, I had to prepare for the return to the real world next week. When I am back I have one day to get back on my feet and then it is work time. Wahoo! I am pumped to be getting back at it after the craziest best summer imaginable! This time of year is also the start of ski season. WHAT?! I know snow is still 3 months away. I organize a proffesional training series for the CAnadian Ski Instructors Alliance and I start to line my ducks up now. I spent a couple of hours setting the dates in place and getting a theme set for each date. The series works in parallel with the National training initiatives, I need to make sure that I am setting it up well now as it can't be changes once the ball starts to roll! I must say, I am looking forward to being on my skis. It should be a great season as I am going into it in fantastic physical condition.
After a busy day I was out to do some yoga teacher training! I spent the time in the studio assisting students and helping them get into the poses and deeper into the stretch than they may otherwise. It is a great way to further learn the practice and to become more familiar with anatomy and the physical elements required to get into a pose. I very much enjoyed the opportunity to participate in the class in this manner.
After a full exciting day - was finally able to get into bed at 11pm for my early rise.
Here I am 445 making my way down the road! All I can really say is WAHOO! I am on my way and feeling a great energy and excitement from the experience to date. Stay tuned, this is only going to get better!
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14 comments:

  1. I just realized, it's just 3 days to go!!! it's getting really exciting!!!!

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  2. Wow...it is here! Congrats, man! Very exciting. Keep us posted on your pre-race routine/adventures.

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  3. Good Luck Bro! ill look for you in Mt. Horeb. Work your plan. work hard. SIU, Do it!
    -Derek

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  4. You are going to kick butt! I hope you have a blast!

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  5. Good luck John! Remember that pain is temporary but pride is forever!

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  6. Safe travels!!! It's here and I CAN'T WAIT! Tonight is my time to wander around the house with lists collecting every bit of triathlon gear I own. And then we're heading to Madison early Friday morning. I just wish my mom would stop saying she is excited but a little bit scared. that is definitely NOT helping!

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  7. Okay man, no more thinking of Yoga, Skiing or playing with Farm Animals. haha. It's mental focus on Ironman. Get the butterflies going and visualize your day and relish in the Ironman experience from this point forward. You've worked hard, you're physically ready, now "soak it all in". You the man, can hardly wait to follow you this weekend. Have a safe trip.

    B

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  8. Have a safe trip and have FUN! You'll do great :)

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  9. As IronBob would say, remember to "TAKE IT EASY AND DON'T FORGET TO EMBRACE AND ENJOY THE DAY."

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  10. Game ON! Have fun, you are going to do awesome!!

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  11. I'm so excited for you (and a teensy bit jealous!)... you are SO ready!!!

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  12. Keep those positive thoughts, you are going to murder the course!

    It has been a wild summer and soon you will have snow fun to crown a fantastic year :)

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  13. My heart is pounding so fast for you. I am so excited. When you are racing I will be right there by your side cheering you on.

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