I had a massive attack of negative thoughts! How am I ever going to complete the Ironman? I have only ever done one triathlon, an olympic distance race last year. I am starting to think that the appeal of Ironman status may have over ridden the stupidity of the idea. Why has the doubt started creeping in?
Possibly because I am starting to believe the comments I keep getting from friends and family, that this is crazy. Swimming in the sea for over an hour, not easy at the best of times, especially with 1500 other flailing arms and legs. A 112 mile bike ride! Also not easy, but certainly achievable. But a marathon to finish the day! This is the part that causes suggestions of insanity, and has started to stop me falling asleep as easily as I used to. I am going to tell you about my Ironman Wales journey, so read on, and feel free to post advice, suggestions, or encouragement in the comments below!
Watch this amazing motivational video by Ben Walton to see what it's all about.
It is a natural reaction to feel a little uneasy about the challenge that lies ahead. You are stepping into unknown area's that bring with it a sense of Anxiety and maybe a little doubt' But You have always had enough confidence in your own ability to achieve whatever you want in life' Not to be the best' but to be the best you can. And when that day comes in august I am sure that you will as you have always done' meet that challenge head on. And as you cross the finish line we will all be there to share with you the elation of such an amazing achievement no matter where you finish.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I hope that this blog serves as an interesting read for all the people that have taken a big interest in what I am trying to achieve. I imagine I will learn a lot from listening to what other people suggest. Maybe I will inspire other people to try and achieve something that at first seems impossible too!
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