Triathlon! I've wanted to do one for about 6 years now, and with a very intense period coming up at work I thought this would be an ideal way to relieve stress!
I'm doing a triathlon under the careful watch of an organization called "Team in Training," better known as TNT. About three years ago, my sister trained with TNT to race-walk a marathon. She had a great experience so I thought I'd look into it. It's a fantastic cause. With the funds you raise (there is a goal amount), three fourths of the funds are given directly to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society for research.
Tonight was the informational meeting. They basically show you the reason they exist, which is to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. The stories will break your heart. It really makes you feel connected to the cause. So thankfully, I went ahead and signed up before I had a chance to chicken out!
I got to meet the triathlon coach. She's the definition of a seasoned athlete. She's been doing triathlons for many many years, and has won the Iron Man competition for her age group twice. I have no idea how I got so lucky to have such an experienced coach!
For those who don't know, a triathlon consists of swimming, biking and running. There are several different types. I will be participating in an Olympic Distance triathlon in Orlando, Florida on September 23rd. This usually means: 1-mile swim, 25-mile bike and 6.2 mile run. For "safety reasons" they have changed the bike ride to 36-miles. This concerns me just a little!
My strongest sport is swimming. I'm very comfortable in the water and have swum many many laps in the pool. My weakest sport is running. I have bad knees and get very sore when I start to jog or run. Hopefully, the cross-training I'll be doing will improve the strength of my knees.
My biggest concerns are: my knees, and raising the goal amount of money. I need to raise a total of $4,500! This is going to be a monumental task. I'm just glad I have several months to get it done! This will probably mean many car washes, bake sales, letter campaigns, etc. And, by the way, if you'd like you can donate online! Please go to: http://www.active.com/donate/tntky/tntkyMJill.
So, here's to the biggest physical challenge of my life! Thanks for reading.
Tonight was the informational meeting. They basically show you the reason they exist, which is to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. The stories will break your heart. It really makes you feel connected to the cause. So thankfully, I went ahead and signed up before I had a chance to chicken out!
I got to meet the triathlon coach. She's the definition of a seasoned athlete. She's been doing triathlons for many many years, and has won the Iron Man competition for her age group twice. I have no idea how I got so lucky to have such an experienced coach!
For those who don't know, a triathlon consists of swimming, biking and running. There are several different types. I will be participating in an Olympic Distance triathlon in Orlando, Florida on September 23rd. This usually means: 1-mile swim, 25-mile bike and 6.2 mile run. For "safety reasons" they have changed the bike ride to 36-miles. This concerns me just a little!
My strongest sport is swimming. I'm very comfortable in the water and have swum many many laps in the pool. My weakest sport is running. I have bad knees and get very sore when I start to jog or run. Hopefully, the cross-training I'll be doing will improve the strength of my knees.
My biggest concerns are: my knees, and raising the goal amount of money. I need to raise a total of $4,500! This is going to be a monumental task. I'm just glad I have several months to get it done! This will probably mean many car washes, bake sales, letter campaigns, etc. And, by the way, if you'd like you can donate online! Please go to: http://www.active.com/donate/tntky/tntkyMJill.
So, here's to the biggest physical challenge of my life! Thanks for reading.
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