Pedal It

PEDAL IT

As the pedal moves, so do I. Well, really the bike moves which then allows me to proceed.

I just left the Team Indoor Bike Training session at Tread Bike Shop in the Heights. Fifty-five minutes of speed intervals directed by Coach. That was the hardest bike workout I have ever done. The bike is the biggest portion of the Ironman race so I need to work hard on this Bike training. The thought of one hundred and twelve miles of biking on race day sounds daunting. Who signs up for these kind of races?

Apparently this was my season to say YES to the 140.6 Miles that is an Ironman triathlon. My life will never be the same once I cross that line. Even now my life is changing. This dedication and hard work over these past six months is transforming me into an endurance machine. The finish line is four months away and I still have a great ways to go with my training.

In light of all the sacrifice that comes with Ironman, I am truly appreciating this journey.

Stay calm and focused Joseph. Be in the present. Enjoy this time. Don’t jump too far in the future. The work you put in today and the workouts to come are all deposits in the Ironman Fitness account which is compounding for an awesome race day experience.

Trust the process. Enjoy the journey.

Your Journey

Journey

 

Don’t be afraid of those who mock, throw shade, or discourage you regarding your path. This is your journey.

Yes, even friends and family can be misguided in their attempts of “love” to point you in a different direction. Stay the course. You know it is the right one.

Be encouraged.

Morning Leaders – The Journey

Morning Leaders. Sometimes the journey feels like we are walking through water. It is dense. There is greater resistance. It requires more strength and energy. That’s how I feel in this new season, this new chapter in the story being written. Is this resistance a result of taking a wrong turn? Or is this resistance part of my new level of development? Will my muscles give in or get stronger as I journey in light of the resistance? If you feel this way too, I encourage you to keep pressing through. Yes you may feel awkward/discouraged/confused/concerned/anxious/excited/overwhelmed/elated. Your feelings are valid. Yet your resilience and perseverance will help you stay the course. More is being asked of you. More is being required of you. Are you willing to accept the challenge? I am. I hope you are too. #TheJourney