....time makes. 3.5 years ago I struggled to swim 40 metres without requiring assistance from a life guard. My goal back then was to swim 750 m in my first sprint triathlon and I was so chuffed (relieved) when I exited the pool after 21 minutes. Tonight we did a time trial over 750 metres and I managed it in 13 mins and 30 seconds. Quite a difference especially when you consider that before doing the time trial I had completed 1,200m. But there are no short cuts and it has involved a lot of blood, sweat and literally tears. I still have a lot to improve on my swimming technique and once again I couldn't complete a kicking exercise tonight because after 12 metres I seem to grind to a holt.
So today's theme is perseverance, you'll get there if you keep trying but as I always say - you need to have a reason to keep persevering. After all, what does it mean to you to reach your goal? If you "aren't bothered" about the outcome then you'll never reach the goal. Something worth considering next time you consider taking on a challenge. My goal is firmly set and my focus couldn't be greater as Lanzarote Ironman, "where normal limits don't apply", approaches. I'm lovin it!
Tuesday 27 March 2012
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