I am now a Triathlete!!!

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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
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    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
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    Congratulations! That is awesome. I am inspired!
  • CJisinShape
    CJisinShape Posts: 1,404 Member
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    Congrats, that is a big accomplishment--be proud!
  • RunMyOregonBunsOff
    RunMyOregonBunsOff Posts: 862 Member
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    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
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    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
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    You rock! Congratulations!
  • SassyCalyGirl
    SassyCalyGirl Posts: 1,932 Member
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    outstanding
  • XXXMinnieXXX
    XXXMinnieXXX Posts: 3,459 Member
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    I'd love do this. Think I could aim for that! Congrats ! Great time also! X
  • 33neenaj
    33neenaj Posts: 306
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    Good for you :)
  • Athena413
    Athena413 Posts: 1,709 Member
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    You = AWESOME!
  • zannyzanzanzibar
    zannyzanzanzibar Posts: 354 Member
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    That is amazing, well done!!
  • soccermum75
    soccermum75 Posts: 588 Member
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    Amazing achievement! I am so proud of you!
  • cristeberga
    cristeberga Posts: 251 Member
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    Congratulations! What an amazing accomplishment! Keep up the good work. :smile:
  • daharja
    daharja Posts: 15 Member
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    That is awesome! You seriously deserve to be proud!

    :)
  • Timby1
    Timby1 Posts: 294 Member
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    Way to go Miss Triathlete!:happy:
  • txjulie
    txjulie Posts: 190 Member
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    I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!!! That is a fantastic time. You inspire me daily. Thank you!!

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