This time next week i'll be either wearing my finishers medal around my neck or kicking myself on the @ss for not being able to cross the finish line. Either way, i've had an interesting few months training for this event and helping to raise money for Teamfox.
Do I feel like I am 100% ready...no. A few stress filled weeks have done wonders for my training. I feel exhausted most of the time and keeping motivated has been tough. I'd say I've been at about 70% of where I should. Do I feel like I am better prepared than last year...yes. Last year's Tri was my first event of any type so I had no idea what I was getting myself into. Am I any less nervous...nope. There are a lot of questions and second guessing leading up to next week. Especially for someone who is not a "born" athlete. At the end of the day I am still 200+ lbs and still in the midst of the journey of weight loss.
For me this is just one of many hurdles I will jump to reach my goal. We test ourselves because we need to know we can win the battles. Those wins keep us motivated to win the war. Do I think one event defines my failure or success...no. If any of you are on a similar path do not let it either. There will always be another chance to win. And in a life where sometimes we give up just so that we do not fail, trying is all that really matters. So I am going to give it my best TRI next Sunday.
I will be updating my twitter during my transitions and when(if) I cross the finish line. So please follow me at Twitter. If you are in the Central Park area on Sunday come by and show support.
Vaya!
Gordo
My race next week is dedicated to every one that identifies as a Gordo or Gorda and is proud of it!
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