Negative Split Racing

Tip of the week: What happens when a significant amount of training is missed. Speaking on my tune up Olympic at Tri Waco this past weekend. I missed a month in the water from April to May due to life happenings. It cost me 11 minutes in the swim from a year ago. Last year 39 minutes. For the same swim this year 50 minutes. Felt like an eternity. Came out of the water certain I was last out of the water like the start of my triathlon career. To my surprise there were plenty of swim caps still in the water upon my exit. I didn't let it rattle me. I was strong on the bike and even stronger on the run to close out at a 3rd place finish in the age group. At the end of the day I am pleased with my overall performance knowing I did the very best I could do on that day God gave me. Just happy to be able to show up and compete. For those that know me, yes I visited the medical tent for an IV bag and ice bath. I did not exhibit any warning signs during the event. Just needed to get my body cooled off in the heat. You all know I am a competitor and will put it all out there to the best of my ability. The message here is for us all to be real in the factors of performance. I could beat myself up for the poor performance however, would not change the fact Rachel and I received words she is now CANCER FREE. The kids at my school are the recipients of my hard work in the classroom. That is revealed to me through the parents' supporting words and ultimately the kids I impact every day. The track program also provides so much goodness in what the kids achieve because of my wisdom and positive impact each day. All this happened in a way that I chose to give up swim time. Would not trade it for anything right now in my life. Thankful for each new day God gives me. Thankful for how God uses me to help so many. That includes so many that will see this rare post from me. It is my purpose!

Hill climbing with Coach Becky… Aka Becky Beastmode!!

Saturday, June 6th, join our Cycling Hill Climbing Clinic and learn pacing, shifting, climbing technique, and more with Coach Becky! ⛰️🔥

✔️ All levels welcome
✔️ Small group coaching
✔️ Guided hill drills & feedback

📍 5-10 riders per session
⏰ 8:30 AM Start
💲 $75 per person
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