I'm Training for an Ironman

Slow Fat Triathlete

I know I'm not the fastest or most fit athlete out there and frankly

I don't care.

Ironman Wisconsin 2011 will be held on September 11th,

the 10 Year anniversary of 911.

I have the privilege of being part of a team of athletes that will

honor this day and the lives lost.

I also plan to fund raise for the Leukemia Society.

Yes, look for the letters begging for money.

Why?

Because without their help, I wouldn't have my soul mate support Patrick.

When Patrick was going through his chemo treatments, I was training for a half marathon and when I felt too tired or my body hurt, I always reminded myself that Patrick probably felt worse.

So, I will continue to draw on that experience and people with cancer for my motivation to FINISH this race.

Also, I promise when the event is over, so is this blog.

I'm not a writer, but I figured it would be good to document this experience.

Sometimes it will just be photos (they are worth a MILLION words) and

sometimes you will simply see what training I did that day/week.

Perhaps I could have some guest bloggers post on my behalf?

I'm scared, but looking forward to this 9 month ADVENTURE!

I'm determined to finish the event.

My training officially starts January 3rd.

I'm already wondering, am I ready for this?