I am now a Triathlete!!!

katapple
katapple Posts: 1,108 Member
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If you would have told me I'd be running half marathons, a marathon, and a Sprint Triathlon 3 years ago, I would have laughed in your face. I started my sedentary lifestyle in high school, but the pounds stayed off back then ;)

I never knew I would enjoy running, biking, and swimming so much. It never feels like exercise, it just feels like life!

Today I accomplished my first Sprint Triathlon in 1:30:09 (500y swim, 13 mi bike; 5k)

Me! An ex-smoker, ex-200lb, mother of two young children!
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  • Daisy_Cutter
    Daisy_Cutter Posts: 774
    You, my dear... are AMAZING! Bask on Cloud 9 for as long as you can! You deserve it! ... and when you're done... plan your next event!

    Congrats!
  • Mama_Jag
    Mama_Jag Posts: 474 Member
    Congratulations! That is awesome. I am inspired!
  • CJisinShape
    CJisinShape Posts: 1,404 Member
    This made me smile. Thanks for the inspiration! I'm having a little trouble with getting exercise into a higher gear. Any suggestions?
  • fitmommy75
    fitmommy75 Posts: 50 Member
    Way to go! I am inspired!!!! That is one of my goals for next summer and I plan to reach it.
  • _Mimi_
    _Mimi_ Posts: 233
    That is AWESOME!!!!! This is one of my goals! To enter, and finish, a mini triathlon. Thanks for the inspiration! GREAT job!
  • corlas0105
    corlas0105 Posts: 89 Member
    AWESOME! That is something to be proud of, and you will never forget it! Keep up the healthy and happy lifestyle :)
  • kmjenkins
    kmjenkins Posts: 396 Member
    Congrats, that is a big accomplishment--be proud!
  • RunMyOregonBunsOff
    RunMyOregonBunsOff Posts: 862 Member
    Congrats! You must feel like you are on quite the high right now. It's amazing what our bodies can do and it feels so good to just let it do these things.
  • Rockmyskinnyjeans
    Rockmyskinnyjeans Posts: 431 Member
    You have been an inspiration to me for a long time, Katie! First you inspired me to C25K, now you inspire me to want to Tri! You are amazing!
  • flyingwrite
    flyingwrite Posts: 264
    You rock! Congratulations!
  • SassyCalyGirl
    SassyCalyGirl Posts: 1,932 Member
    outstanding
  • XXXMinnieXXX
    XXXMinnieXXX Posts: 3,459 Member
    I'd love do this. Think I could aim for that! Congrats ! Great time also! X
  • 33neenaj
    33neenaj Posts: 306
    Good for you :)
  • Athena413
    Athena413 Posts: 1,709 Member
    You = AWESOME!
  • zannyzanzanzibar
    zannyzanzanzibar Posts: 354 Member
    That is amazing, well done!!
  • soccermum75
    soccermum75 Posts: 588 Member
    Amazing achievement! I am so proud of you!
  • cristeberga
    cristeberga Posts: 251 Member
    Congratulations! What an amazing accomplishment! Keep up the good work. :smile:
  • daharja
    daharja Posts: 15 Member
    That is awesome! You seriously deserve to be proud!

    :)
  • Timby1
    Timby1 Posts: 294 Member
    Way to go Miss Triathlete!:happy:
  • txjulie
    txjulie Posts: 190 Member
    I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!!! That is a fantastic time. You inspire me daily. Thank you!!
  • smalltowngirl504
    smalltowngirl504 Posts: 183
    You are so amazing!!! :):) Way to go!! I am very proud of you!!!
  • ZambiNan
    ZambiNan Posts: 61 Member
    Yup. You're amazing.
  • greenbaymichk
    greenbaymichk Posts: 85 Member
    You have unleashed a hidden warrior! GREAT JOB!!!!!
  • tennisbabe94
    tennisbabe94 Posts: 444 Member
    Wow! Congrats! You're awesome! :happy:
  • LeslePG
    LeslePG Posts: 105 Member
    OK, you're my hero!! That is so amazing! WTG!!!
  • Gerald_King
    Gerald_King Posts: 2,031 Member
    Wow awesome wtg
  • SandyAnnP
    SandyAnnP Posts: 252 Member
    WOW that is so great!! I wish I had changed my lifestyle when I was a young Mum. I worked fulltime, in a sedentary job, came home, cooked dinner, sat around. Weekends were just housework and sitting as well. :(
    At the beginning of this year I walked around the block- just made it- could not make the bed without getting breathless. Now I walk for 60 to 120 minutes a day, every day and I love doing it. :)
    Like you said, it is not a chore- it is enjoying LIFE and in the meantime you are adding years to your life by being active and healthy.
    Congratulations on doing Triathlon! and you are setting a wonderful example for your children. Sandy. :)
  • freew67
    freew67 Posts: 348 Member
    Huge Congrats! I hope to be saying the same thing this year also.
  • chanson104
    chanson104 Posts: 859
    CONGRATULATIONS! That is awesome!!
  • jallison12
    jallison12 Posts: 83
    ^5
    Wish I could swim better :o(

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