This training season has been harder and more humbling than I ever expected. Not just physically, but I've had to mentally keep myself in check while juggling with multiple demands that require my attention. Particularly over the last few weeks it has been a big challenge to find the time to train.
My biggest struggles at the moment are:
1) Losing a good 5-10 pounds before HIM (which stands for Half Iron Man) in August.
2) Improving my run. Coach C is busting my chops with interval training, speed and distance work. The improvements have been astounding for short distances so far, but it feels that the improvements to my long run abilities are coming along so slow! I know I can't become a fast long distance runner over night, but I desperately want to!
On another note, I found myself in need to order a new kit and/or join a team. I recently joined this Facebook group WomenForTri, and after learning about the group's goals, I realized that they completely align with my mission to close the gender wage gap. So after much consideration, I decided to put my money where my mouth is. Do I really believe women can achieve what they set their mind to? Yes I do. Do I believe women can raise each other up? Absolutely. Triathlon is an individual sport, but as women, if we support and encourage each other, we can reduce those barriers that limit our ability to believe in ourselves to achieve our dreams.
Here's the kit that arrived today!
