Writer’s Block ... or is it Blog :)

It has been a while since I wrote anything – have been having trouble coming up with a topic so  finally decided to share some miscellaneous things with you.
 
Sweet Pea 5K

My coach had me run the Sweet Pea 5K this past Saturday.  A couple weeks ago he told me he was going to run it with me.  My first response was “why?”.  :)  I thought he had some ulterior motive for running with me.  But we had a lot of fun.  He did threaten to make me wear a costume – he said “if I bring a costume and tell you to wear it, what would you say?”  Me: “Ok Coach”.
 
He didn’t show up with a costume but, it was sure a different experience running with him.  He kept me relaxed prior to the start of the race, and then chatted the whole time during the race… funny/light-hearted stuff.  It was a lot of fun and a different race experience for me – I really enjoyed it!

Finishing with Coach Matt

Freak Out Moment

About 1.5 weeks ago I had a panic attack and just got really down on everything.  My workouts weren’t going well (or so I told myself), I doubted my ability to do an IRONMAN, and basically just lost all confidence in myself.  I sent a note to a fellow triathlete friend and got reassurance from her that everything was fine, that I worked hard and that I can do it!  Thanks Jody! :)

I also talked to Pat.  His confidence in me is unwavering, his reply is “I know you can do it.  Look at all the work you have done – not only can you do it, you will kick it’s a$$”.   Thanks Honey! :)

Finally I talked to Matt.  He always makes me think about things in a different way.  Basically he said: “You chose to do this.  And because you chose to do this, you can control those feelings and how you react.  Let it empower you!”  Those weren’t the exact words but, pretty close.  I have the control!  Thanks Matt! :)

I have used that knowledge the past 10 days to help me get my head back in the right place.  And I can honestly say I feel awesome now!  I know I can do this!  I am excited for race day!  Bring it on! :)


CDA 12 DAYS AWAY

I have watched Rocky I, II and Rocky Balboa the past couple weeks.  Love these movies, so motivational! 

I am ready, I am confident, I am excited!