As I get more and more into my Ironman training and racing, I realise how different a breed we are from the general public. I mean, why the hell would anyone get up at 5am for a 10KM run when it is raining outside and the bed feels so good?...Yeah, that was me this morning! But you know what? It felt great to get out of the shower afterwards with a feeling of accomplishment and, more importantly, knowing that no matter what the day threw at me I had my training for the day done.
I have been doing a lot of reading on blogs, magazines and websites (as you do) and with every site or article I read I realise how different I, and my fellow triathletes, are from our old selves. To prove my point, I have started a list I am hoping you all can keep going with al your points on our "breed".
Look at the listed points and add yours under them. Do come back every so often to see what my fellow readers also come up with.
You know you are a triathlete when:
Look at the listed points and add yours under them. Do come back every so often to see what my fellow readers also come up with.
You know you are a triathlete when:
- You answer 35-39 when asked how old you are.
- You think an Ironman is easier than a Marathon because you dont have to start by running fast.
- You think it is normal to pee on your bike and on your wetsuit.
- ....
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