AW: Speedy & endurance vibes pls!!

jujubee96

Hey girls,As some of you know, I've been training for my first triathlon - and completing it is on my "bucket list" too! (though after it, I want to keep doing tri's)It's just sprint level, the shortest kind, and this one has a shorter bike part than usual sprint levels - (1/2 mile ocean swim, 11 mile bike, ends with 3 mile run).it's this Sunday, please wish me luck!!  I am so so so super slow.  I really think I am going to be the last one out of the water and the last to finish.  I just hope if that happens, I will still be proud of myself and still keep going, and not be down on myself (which I am an expert at).I did one of my hardest "bricks" this weekend (when you do at least 2 of them right after each other) - I swam 1100 meters then "ran" 3 miles.  Boy the running was pretty bad - I'm already a really really really slow runner (15 minute mile) - but what should have taken 45 minutes took me 55.I guess I should be proud of myself - I was always one of the last girls picked for teams during gym, and I even got a D in Phys Ed in 9th grade because I got an F on my volleyball test....  I was one of the last girls to finish the mile when we had to run for some physical fitness test or another in junior high --- I was definitely not an athlete or never even worked out until college.  So I guess I should think it's amazing that I've come this far (and finally learned to freestyle correctly!).  But I really do have a tendency to be down on myself, so I need your encouragement.Please wish me luck - I'll need it!  Thanks!

Angelshann

WOW!!! That is amazing Jen!! I am so proud of you! completing the triathalon will be a HUGE accomplishment and I will be sending major vibes your way. BTW...FI, my son and I went on a run yesterday...I could barely jog for 1 mile (I suck)...so big props to you!!

kaesha

Jen, I'm seriously tearing up I'm so proud of you!! It's not about the time, it's about the attempt - and even if you come in last, you've beat everyone who didn't try.Ganbatte, ne?

amyj513

good luck!  thinking about ya..

elaineNgene

Oh Jen, you have A LOT to be proud of!  The fact that you committed to all of the training that is required for the event, is effort in itself.  Sending you mucho knottie vibes!!!  You'll be great, and you will have proved to yourself that you do have what it takes, no matter what grades you got in PE growing up.GOOD LUCK!!!

mauidandy

Wow!!!! I'm in awe...I don't think I could ever even attempt a triathalon. Just reading about it wore me out! Sending lots of good vibes your way, rock on!

jujubee96

Thanks girls!  I really appreciate it.  Alyson, you're right, ganbatte!!  Thanks for being a real friend. mauidandy - about being worn out reading it - well, you know I'm not the most succinct person!  It's probably because I write too much. ; )

M&M's_Maui

Sending you tons of speedy & endurance vibes, Jen!  And everyone's right, even just to finish it will be a huge accomplishemnt and you should still be proud of yourself for doing it and finishing!  Good luck this Sunday! 

tifani27

As a former High School PE teacher and now a Commissioner of a Volleyball region, I want to say that I think it is amazing that you are still putting yourself out there are trying! Bottom line is that you could have been a statistic of one of the kids who hated PE and is now living an unhealthy lifestyle, but you chose a different path and that is commendable for sure! No matter if you are first or last, you were still there and you still competed and as long as you try your best then that's all that matters!!!! You should be proud of yourself for doing what you are doing and who cares who finishes first or 49th or 100th, you don't know them and you don't owe anyone an explanation. I say good luck lady, and if you ever want some volleyball help, I'm here for ya!!!;)

BoBride28

Sending many many vibes your way Jen!! Its amazing that you are doing this triathlon -- I definitely would be way too scared to ever do one. It took me a lot of guts to even run a 3.5 mile race, and there is no way I could think about swimming and biking on top of that. We will all be rooting for you and can't wait to hear how you do on Sunday!!!

laabeth

Wow, you get some major knottie props! You should absolutely be proud of yourself! That is quite an accomplishment!:::::::::Awesome Triathlon Vibes::::::::::::

HappyGoLuckyGal

Jen, you are seriously my hero. I'm so proud of you for doing something like this. It's something I've wanted to do, but I've never got my butt in gear to train for one. I'm sending you tons of vibes, but it doesn't matter where you finish. It's such an awesome accomplishment to compete in the first place. You better be proud of yourself on Sunday, because we all are!

machan2010

Good luck Jen, I'm sure all your hard work will pay off! I'm no expert, but my dad is a race director, so I worked quite a few races when I was a kid. So just remember...1) On race day, focus on yourself! Don't worry about anyone else out there, there are people of all sizes, shapes, speeds. Do your own thing at your own pace and you will do awesome!!! 2) Every single staff member and volunteer out on the course is cheering you on! They are there for YOU and to make your race the best possible! So if you do need them for anything, don't hesitate to ask! You will be great!!!! Good luck!!!!

irishmilla02

GO GET 'EM GIRL!!!!!!  Look at you with your bad self... I'm proud of you for training for this AND for doing it.  I just did my first half-marathon and the thought of doing a triathalon is SO intimidating!  Good for you for doing this... and crossing something off your "bucket list".  Can't wait to hear all about it.  GO GET 'EM!

kwippy

Keep on keepin' on!!! I was training for a fitness competition and I got side-lined by an ankle injury and never got back into it!  I always regretted not getting back into it and by doing this, I feel like you're redeeming people like me that didn't reach my goal.  We'll be proud of you no matter what Jen!  Be aggressive, BE BE Agressive!!!

diorgrl8

Good luck girl!! that is a great undertaking!

jujubee96

thanks so much everyone!!  I know I'll need those vibes, so I appreciate it! 

msk8teohh9

GOOO JEN!!! Wishing you the best of luck! That is a huge thing you are about to accomplish, I'll be sending you TONS of vibes!

jrossb

Wow look at you go!! You know I was on the cross counrty team in high school, while I was no where near the front, normally I was the last to finish or close too, I was proud of my self for even getting out there in the first place. I just kept thinking about all of the people that couldn't do it in the first place! So be proud of your self for even wanting to accomplish something like this! Good luck and just finish doesn't matter where you are as long as you are proud of your self! Good luck!!!

Snarling Fox

Wow Jen  - AWESOME!! You're going to do well this weekend!!. Stay strong and focused - and make sure to pip pics of you crossing the finish line!!

nahokulele

Jen, that is so great!  You can definitely do it!  The pain is temporary.    I did my first half marathon last year, and I am NOT a runner, but I trained and though it was hard, it was one of the best things I've ever done for myself. Enjoy the pain!!! lol  And good luck!