Thank you Kelsey! Having fun is always the #1 goal! I remember one of my first half ironman races (Vineman 70.3), standing in the river getting ready to start and I saw one of the "local legends" from my town. I asked him if he had any wisdom for me. He said "yes I do!". I leaned in, waiting to hear his insights, and I will never forget his response - he said: "have fun!".
Several times that day I would check in and ask myself "am I having fun?" and if I wasn't I would remember that advice. And it has stayed with me to this day, nearly 20 years later (and he is still racing in the 70+ AG!). Every time someone says it I think of him and it's such a great reminder for me. So thank you!!
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Enjoy your taper week, Jane! And happy racing! Have so much fun!
Thank you Kelsey! Having fun is always the #1 goal! I remember one of my first half ironman races (Vineman 70.3), standing in the river getting ready to start and I saw one of the "local legends" from my town. I asked him if he had any wisdom for me. He said "yes I do!". I leaned in, waiting to hear his insights, and I will never forget his response - he said: "have fun!".
Several times that day I would check in and ask myself "am I having fun?" and if I wasn't I would remember that advice. And it has stayed with me to this day, nearly 20 years later (and he is still racing in the 70+ AG!). Every time someone says it I think of him and it's such a great reminder for me. So thank you!!
Oh I love this story! We do this crazy stuff because it’s fun, right?! I’m looking forward to hearing all about your race and I’m cheering you on!