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IMTX 2018 - 103 days

I was hoping to do a better job of posting updates on how training is going but since it's been 2 weeks since my last post, not sure I have done a very good job.

In November I posted some focus points and for the past 2 months I'm doing well.

  • Weightloss - I'm down 11 lbs since restarting my focus.  I'm working to balance protein, carbs and fat intake by eating whole foods and limiting the amount of processed food I eat.  Last week I did well but still room for improvement but nothing to beat myself up about as its always a learning experience.
  • Focus - I know who I'm working and training for and that is the most important person in my life = ME.
  • Commitment to overall goal - I realize as mentioned before that this will be my last full Ironman and I'm fine with that.  So far enjoying the training journey and treating it like the first time.  
  • Work/life balance - this is always the biggest struggle for me and so far I would give myself a C +.  I have areas for improvement and know that each week I reflect where I need to improve, what went well vs bad, and how I can change it.  I want to ensure that I do not sacrifice training for work and so far that has not happened.

I have been amazed over the past few weeks after releasing some long held frustration that my level of clarity and direction has improved.  I have realized that past problems/unhappy memories should stay in the past and not impact where I'm going and I'm not take that baggage with me!!


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