Today - the second Saturday in October is one of my favorite days of the year. Why? Birthday? Holiday? Family Event?
None of the above. Today is the Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. It is a 3.86km swim, followed by a 180.2 km bike ride, followed by a full 42.2 km marathon (run). All in the brutal heat and howling winds on the Big Island of Hawaii.
It's pretty epic - the most famous triathlon in the world. And, many years ago now - on my 29th birthday - I did it! It was by far the hardest (physical) thing that I have ever done in my life. And it's something I'm pretty darn proud about - it took A LOT of hard work to prepare for.
Although I'm done with racing Ironman (waaaaay too much training time. Not a very balanced life), I still love watching the race online. Every year since 1995 (except 2001 - the year I raced) I spend 10 hours in front of the computer, following the race. Think THAT'S pathetic? In 1995 - 1999 there was no video! I used to sit there and watch WRITTEN updates. Now that's sad.
Best thing about this year? With my broken collarbone, I don't need to feel guilty about sitting inside all day staring at my computer (there's not much else I can do right now).
None of the above. Today is the Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. It is a 3.86km swim, followed by a 180.2 km bike ride, followed by a full 42.2 km marathon (run). All in the brutal heat and howling winds on the Big Island of Hawaii.
It's pretty epic - the most famous triathlon in the world. And, many years ago now - on my 29th birthday - I did it! It was by far the hardest (physical) thing that I have ever done in my life. And it's something I'm pretty darn proud about - it took A LOT of hard work to prepare for.
Although I'm done with racing Ironman (waaaaay too much training time. Not a very balanced life), I still love watching the race online. Every year since 1995 (except 2001 - the year I raced) I spend 10 hours in front of the computer, following the race. Think THAT'S pathetic? In 1995 - 1999 there was no video! I used to sit there and watch WRITTEN updates. Now that's sad.
Best thing about this year? With my broken collarbone, I don't need to feel guilty about sitting inside all day staring at my computer (there's not much else I can do right now).
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