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Seven weeks ago I completed my 2nd Ironman.

I have worked out twice since then.

Two days ago I received notification that Ironman Texas 2018 registration opens June 26th.

After the race, I said I thought I was done with the full distance....then of course the pain of the race creeps out of your brain and the joy of what you did is all you seem to remember....the pain goes away and the high reminds you "You are an Ironman!"  

Days and weeks go by, many ciders, sugary food, unhealthy diet, no working out and we arrive at today - Ironman Boulder.  I have watched/followed off and on to see 2 of my favorites finish and the high of being an Ironman all comes back.  

This sparks a conversation with the hubby, and I think I would like to volunteer for the 2018 Ironman Texas and he says the words I'm not ready to hear - "why don't you just race, there will be a time when you can't race anymore and that is when you can volunteer." He reminds me he is fully supportive if this is truly what I want to do.

Tomorrow-I'm going to the gym!

This is not a decision about the race but a decision about getting my life back on track.  I don't workout to race, I workout because it keeps me sane.  There re several goals I set out to achieve for a few years that have not been achieved.  This focus will help me determine my next step.
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