Making it work

Well, I don't post nearly as often as I would like. The latest is this: balancing my family and friends, work, and pursuit of a kona slot has been incredibly difficult the past few months. I'll admit, there have definitely been some times during the past few months where I have wondered if it is truly worth it. Not because I don't love it, but because you have to pay so much attention to making sure your balance in life is correct. This means you must be healthy. Not just physically, but mentally, emotionally and relationship(y?)...k, made that last one up. But seriously, I have to make sure I'm constantly balancing all these areas properly otherwise I will not reach my dreams; in life, marriage, work, or triathlon.

So, making it work. That's my theme for the past few months and as I enter into the last few weeks leading into IMCDA. I feel like I've done a helluva job "making it work" and am proud of this. Is it enough for Kona? We will see. To be honest, I'm anxious, but not nervous. I was ready to throw down last year at Canada, but came up lame on the bike. I will be in the mix next month. I've been told to make it to the elite ranks of the sport requires a special mix of: knowing when to push in training and knowing when to back off in training. Beyond this, you just have to be smarter and stronger mentally. I've really been working on this mental piece. Lots of intervals on the trainer and on the treadmill. Nothing to distract me, but the thoughts that creep into your head when you are pushing that hard. I've learned to deal with them.

So, as the last few days tick away until taper I will continue to focus on my balance. And most importantly, I'll make it work. Thanks for taking the time to read,

-T