Florida 70.3 Ironman next week

May 08, 2009

It has been November since I posted and a lot has happened. I am about a week away from my first Ironman race (70.3) and am enjoying all of the anxiety, nervousness and the unknowns that come with that. I have struggled with weight loss through this process and I am convinced that there is something metabolic at this point, so I can't beat myself up over the last 40lbs to go. I'll figure it out along the way.

What I can do is enjoy the fact that I could not even consider doing a race like this at 420lbs, but at 250 it is achievable. I am greatful for the inspiration of my brother dan (www.trimywill.com) and others who have helped me along the way. While I have been struggling with this last 40lbs I have realized that I should be happy with where I have come and enjoy the journey on getting to my goals. There is truly no quick fix for becoming healthy and no amount of stress or self-inflicted pressure will get you there either. Steady and consistent movement towards my goals are what is going to help me get there.

I think it is easy to fall into the trap of remembering what the honeymoon period of weight loss surgery can produce and you wonder why that can't be the case a year and 1/2 or two from surgery. The surgery really is the tool to help you get control of your physical habits and the struggle then becomes mental. It is a beautiful thing for me to realize this and it has taken me six months to feel the peace that I feel this morning over my situation. So I am looking forward to the next six months with enjoyment, two ironman races, a marathon and several smaller triathlons. No stress, no conditions or setbacks will take away from the fact that I am an athlete that is embarking on something that very few even consider. Go me! 

Jeff

0 Comments