...the lovely Ms Beans.
Kate has inspired me to sign up for the women's triathlon next year - the one that used to be the Special K triathlon.
Just registering for the triathlon has been a major step. I think participating in February 2006 is actually more important to me than reaching my goal weight.
That's because I see the triathlon as a symbol for the changes I have made in my life.
Last year I decided to do this triathlon the month I turned 40 - which would have been March of this year.
So, I embarked on a get fit campaign. I started doing lots of walking, but made no other changes to my lifestyle (like healthy eating!).
After a couple of months of this, I suffered a severe Barbie moment while crossing the road one lovely Sunday afternoon. I tripped over my dog Moose, sprawled full length in the middle of the tarmac and broke a bone in my hand.
In keeping with a pattern I have followed for much of my adult life (until now), this became an excuse to give up.
Shortly after this I was sent to Sydney to work for 3 months, then spent the next three months travelling to Auckland every week for work.
My exercise campaign stopped. I had lots of so-called reasons - broken arm, different city, heavy workload, tired from all the travelling...
How much this has all changed. I paid my registration fee today, and ordered a size 16 event tee-shirt, because by then I'll need one that small.
The triathlon website has training programmes you can download to help you prepare. The beginners' one looks too easy for me!
I know I've still got a long way to go. But I'm really looking forward to it, and I intend to build some milestones into my weightloss journey to help me prepare for the triathlon.
When I am under 100kg, I will start swimming two mornings a week. I just need to make sure I go on different days from Jake - some things a teenager shouldn't be subjected to.
When daylight saving starts in October, I'm going to buy a bike, so I can get some riding fitness over summer.
And come February, I'll be a machine!
The triathlon will no longer be a symbol of my failure, it will be a symbol of my success.
14 comments:
I am sure u will buzz thru the triathlon wel will all be rooting 4 ya
What a fantastic post!!. I am so excited for you. You sound like a real winner. A very caring winner if you are going to swim on different days to Jake LOL. You just rock. What a cool thing to order a size 16 t-shirt. We will be watching this space and supporting both you and Kate in this brilliant venture. Well done Sue.
I cannot believe you girls, so inspiring you actually scare me. I couldn't do it. Maybe next year when you guys show me how. You are so right about protecting Jake from the embarassment at the swimming pool. Nice of you.
You go for it Sue!!! I am going to go for it in 2007. Right now I don't feel like it is me but I will do it in 2007!! Woohoooo for you.
Fantastic attitude! You will be a star :)
You definately made a statement ordering a sz16 top - how cool is that. the way you are steaming ahead you will easily fit into it by then! welldone!
WOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO - well done on registering - what a courageous step to take !! Good for you. Good luck with your training and make sure you don't have another Barbie moment !
Take care and be good !
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This is great Sue! I can almost *hear* the excitement. This will be a great motivator and goal to strive for and with such a great attitude, you'll really succeed!
This is wonderful, Sue! You are an inspiration. I'm trying to lose 15-20 lbs. and I detest thinking of every bite I put in my mouth. Your words are encouraging and give me willpower to forge ahead. Bravo!
Hi Sue!! I fully agree: Kate is inspiring. You sound great! You've fully thought it through and I cannot wait read updates on your progress.
Thanks for dropping by my blog today, lovely to hear from you ;o)
Good on you Sue - I'm so impressed!! I had thought of doing it as I said in one of my earlier posts but..... Wish you the best of luck and I know you will achieve it!
*BIG GRIN*
We can do it sister! I know exactly what you mean, that in a way, this is more important than getting to your weight loss goal. For me, the goal is a number - but this triathlon will be a real achievement - physically and spiritually. I almost well up every time I think of crossing the finish line - I couldn't care less if I come last - I just want to do it! :-)
YAY FOR US!
Wow. You are awesome. That's all I can say! The way you are so open and honest, and so damn DETERMINED, is an inspiration to us all. And I can't wait to hear about it all next year when you actually race!
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