One year later
As we roll into October, I’m reminded that this fall marks roughly one year since I dreamed up this insane plan to do an Ironman. I think it’s worth looking back to see some of the things I’ve accomplished, and what didn’t go quite as planned.
Doing nothing is so easy
I haven’t really “trained” seriously in several weeks now. After climbing briefly out of that little rut I was experiencing in early February, I dropped right back into it. This time, I fell even deeper. If there was ever a rut so deep and wide that it had it’s own rut along the bottom, that’s...
Weekend Update (Late Edition)
It’s been a while since my last progress update. I’ve been in a bit of a motivation rut this past couple of weeks. Well, it was bound to happen at some point. I’m sure it won’t be the last time, either.
Weekend Update
Posting my Weekend Update early. I’m very anxious for this week to be done, and next week to start. Why? This week has been a complete disaster! Sunday/Monday I had some knee pain so I didn’t do much. Tuesday I got sick, and I’ve been out of commission since. I’m getting my energy back now,...
Weekend Update
Well, here we are again. Life is back to normal after a busy holiday season. I wish I could say I was very strict with myself about the big family meals and delicious holiday treats, but I’d be lying. I did maintain some control, and did not do too much damage. I also still managed...
New Year’s Revolution
I was putting together a new year resolution post when it occurred to me that a resolution just isn’t going to cut it this year. It’s not going to be enough to be resolute in my ambitions. I need what our good friends at Merriam-Webster define as “a radical and complete change.” What I need...
Weekend Update (Early Edition)
It’s not the weekend yet, but I wanted to squeeze in this post while I have time before the holiday madness sets in. I had a great week, and probably the most productive of this whole campaign in terms of following a plan and staying on schedule.
Weekend Update
Welcome to the first of what will be regular Weekend Updates. These posts will recap my efforts for the previous week, and plans for the next. These are going to be really important for me. They will help keep me accountable to myself for the work that needs to be done.