From couch to triathlon

deannalfisher

just remember - triathlons are like pringles - you can't do just one

42Amy

I too did my first sprint tri last summer at 49...there was someone there who was 80! You are an inspiration! What's next?

lorrpb

42Amy wrote: »

I too did my first sprint tri last summer at 49...there was someone there who was 80! You are an inspiration! What's next?

A 30 Mile bike event in June, 1 MI open water swim in July, and another trisprint in Aug!

MadisonMolly2017

@lorrpb
I love your attitude, Lori. Congratulations & know we are all here beaming, shedding a sweet tear, and cheering you on❣️

Totally inspiring & I’m in awe of your wisdom❣️

ahoy_m8

Reading this 1+ year later (linked from another thread). Awesome & inspirational!

michael1976_ca

wow outstanding job keep it up

elisa123gal

You look so happy..and that says it all. You are amazing.

jennietm2014

You inspire me! I turn 60 this fall. I’ve lost and gained a lot of weight over my lifetime, but my lowest adult weight thus far has been 189. At my age, I was beginning to think it didn’t matter any more.
Then a succession of doctors within months told me that if I don’t get a handle on this, I’m going to die early. I started 2 weeks ago at 242. I have only 1 kidney, and have stage 2 kidney disease. I’m diabetic and have had uncontrolled blood sugars for several years now.
I’m two weeks in and your story tells me that it’s not too late and that it’s worth it. Thank you!

lorrpb

jennietm2014 wrote: »

You inspire me! I turn 60 this fall. I’ve lost and gained a lot of weight over my lifetime, but my lowest adult weight thus far has been 189. At my age, I was beginning to think it didn’t matter any more.
Then a succession of doctors within months told me that if I don’t get a handle on this, I’m going to die early. I started 2 weeks ago at 242. I have only 1 kidney, and have stage 2 kidney disease. I’m diabetic and have had uncontrolled blood sugars for several years now.
I’m two weeks in and your story tells me that it’s not too late and that it’s worth it. Thank you!

Yes it’s possible and yes it’s worth it! I won’t say it’s “easy” but it’s definitely possible!😘

Tracergirl

To finish first, you must first finish! You are amazing!

katieannebrown

Thank you for sharing your inspiring journey! ❤️

Xiaolongbao

You are truly amazing and inspirational!!

rachempoo

Way to go! That is amazing and inspiring!!!
The first 10k I did I was the last person on the track and yet finished first in my age group because I was the only one. It seemed silly, but I was the only one that did it, so it was still an accomplishment!

pridesabtch

Fantastic story. Own who you are and how far you've come. You are amazing in my eyes!

shabanabibi1986

I'm 34, and can't do 1/4 of what u did. Very inspiring.