Little did I know that I'd lose focus of the goal, yet again, with repeated stress fractures during my marathon attempt. This forced me back onto the bike and into the pool, hobbling across the wet change room floors on crutches. Interestingly I fell in love with both, finding a new confidence that masked my frustration with the run. Back on track with my goal, I was bitten hard by the triathlon bug, finishing two (should have been 3) this year!
Since then, my focus has solidly become about triathlon. Tonight, during my scheduled ride, I finally hit and surpassed my 2500km goal! (click to enlarge....)
85+km swimming!
1535+km cycling!
899+km running!
I haven't yet worked out my goals for 2010, but I do know that they will be BIGGER and BADDER, and I couldn't be more excited!
Today, I also got rid of the old. Literally. Over the last few years, as you can see, I haven't exactly been brand loyal, searching endlessly for 'magic shoe' -- one that would be best for my slight pronation, the right level of support and cushioning with my orthotics. I think that I've finally found my shoe... the Saucony Omni. So I brought a bagful of old running shoes, with plenty of mileage left in them to a local running store for donation. Happy to have them out of the house!Wishing you all a very Happy New Year, and all the best in 2010! Terron and I learned this year to make sure you tell those around you that you love them, and hug and kiss them whenever possible, you never know if it might be the last time. I'm determined to make it a fantastic year! My RSS feed is FUBAR.... it will take me some time to fix it and catch up... so I apologize for missing a bunch of your posts, but hopefully will return to regular commenting soon! Sorry! And finally, thank you all for playing such a big part of my journey this far, I appreciate all your comments, encouragement, love and support more than you'll ever know!!
33 comments:
Cograts on reaching your goal for the year! Good idea to track totals for all disciplines. Good luck in the new year and keep up the great work!
AMEN girl! And glad you found some good shoes. I have heard awesome things about the Saucony's! Happy New Year to you!!! xoxo
Congrats, Mel! I love that you worked a goal that included the cross-training. I think I may do the same thing next year (meaning 2 days from now).
YIPPEE!! You have so many reasons to be proud...
Holy cow those are some nice shoes.. I went to the running store today to get a new pair because I have worn holes in my asics. The owner asked "Do the shoes fit well?" "Yes" "Have you had any problems?" "No" and on and on.. Then he said I have already foudn trhe right shoe and to come back when they are in stock.. Oh and to put duct tape on the inside to stop the hole.. LOL!!
Congrats on surpassing your goal - that's awesome!
Congratulations!!! Way to go! Love the pic of the shoes - glad to know I'm not the only one who has a hard time letting go of old shoes - they're like part of the family. :)
I just did the "yell out" to my fmaily and had them bring me all of the worn-out shoes in the house to donate. HOLY COW...now I know why we are going broke...lol!!
Can not wait to follow your bigger and bedder 2010 coming up!!!
You are awesome!
Congrats on meeting the goal! I know you will have a great 2010. Happy New Year!!
Congrats on hitting your goal! Well done.
Congrats!!!
Happy New Years!!
Congrats on achieving an awesome goal! Although I hate that you were injured, I love how it led you to pursue and enjoy another sport! Happy New Year!
Congratulations on meeting and surpassing your goal for 2009! 2010 is going to be a good year :)
Inspiring to see you come back from injuries with the silver lining of having fallen in love with the tri. Do I smell a half IM? Good for you!
Happy New Year! I can't wait to hear what is in store for 2010!
Fantastic on the '09' goals, I fell short on mine. Let's make 2010 the best year possible and try not to get injured, that's my resolution.
Love this recap with the links to old posts (since I'm a new follower as of this month!) You've had quite the journey girl! Congrats to acheiving your goal and Cheers to 2010!!!!
Congrats on everything! Your story is so inspiring..I wish you the best!
Great work on hitting your goal. Keep up your time in the pool and on your bike. I make sure when I am on the trainer that I pull up on the upstroke of the rotation. That has helped my shin splints disappear.
ooooh running sneakers! i love unloading mine to recycle at running stores! it feels so good to retire them, in a way. plus good for the environment. i need new ones... eek! haven't found "my" shoe yet... but the asics gel 1140s generally keep me happy.
HAPPY NEW YEAR COMING UP! 2010! woot woot! can't wait to see what it holds for us..
Yay for hitting that goal!!!!!!!!!!!! Next year with all your tri ambitions you'll blow that outta the water.
I'm a Saucony girl too. I love my ProGrid Rides!
You rock and you know it!
Unfortunatly, Saucs are not my thing! Asics girl all the way!
Happy and Healthy 2010. I always appreciate your love and support!
I ran in Saucs for years before switching to Montrails. Loved them. You are very inspiring. I as well, have had my share of injuries and am so eager to get out there with you guys soon! Jen
Out with the old is a great policy. Happy New Year Mel! 2010 will be another great year for you.
I love your "out with the old in with the new" statement. You're going to have a great 2010 - a Very Happy, and healthy, 2010 to you!!!
You are a fighter... someone who doesn't give up finding ways to challenge yourself and making yourself better.
It almost seems that your running injuries were a blessing in disguise. Because of them, you found yourself a new athletic focus and an appreciation for your abilities.
Happy New Year to you and Terron!
See, sometimes flowers DO grow out of piles of shit!;) Yay, so glad you fell in love with tri. So fun and so much easier on the joints (for me anyway).
Happy New Year.
i like that idea of a combined goal...injuries suck, that's all there is to it...
happy new year!
sure sure blame google for you not reading. ;)
So glad you feel in love with tri's...when I get hurt I still just whine until I can run again, you are much smarter
Awesome that you met your goals! Best of luck in 2010 to meet your new bigger and badder goals ;)
Happy New Year
Congrats on passing your 2009 goals. You still had an incredible year even with being injured!! Happy new year1
Happy New Year!
Can't wait to see what 2010 holds in store for you. Hopefully many months of injury free swimming/biking/running!
BTW - I agree with your last statement. Enjoy those around you and everything else will fall into place.
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