Comments on 2nd Chances: Hold on tight! It's a bumpy ride!

This was a great post!!! (I'm behind on my rea...

2009-12-16T16:17:21.472-05:00

This was a great post!!! (I'm behind on my reader so forgive the belated comment) I love it! I am right there with you!!! 2010 is going to be a great year for you Mel, you have an entire year of experience to draw from!

I've learned to try not to compare myself with...

2009-12-16T09:05:08.816-05:00

I've learned to try not to compare myself with these awesome bloggers who go out and run multiple marathons the year they start running, or BQ on like their 2nd marathon, because that is not and will never be me. But that's ok, we go at our own pace, set our own goals...that's the beauty of the sport in my opinion. You're doing awesome!!

If it were easy Mel, everyone would do it! Don...

2009-12-16T09:03:41.456-05:00

If it were easy Mel, everyone would do it!

Don't ever compare yourself to anyone else, you are unique and should be VERY proud of your accomplishments....

xoxoxo

I find myself struggling as well. You never give ...

2009-12-16T05:18:00.315-05:00

I find myself struggling as well. You never give up though, and just look what you have accomplished!

I love this post! I'm so sorry that you went t...

2009-12-16T01:37:46.680-05:00

I love this post! I'm so sorry that you went through ALL that, how frustrating! I'm on injury number 2 for the year and I still feel like my goals are attainable... it's just taking longer. I think injuries make victory that much sweeter. Good luck in 2010.

You take as long as you want to reach those goals ...

2009-12-16T01:24:20.836-05:00

You take as long as you want to reach those goals Mel. I just know you can and will reach them. ;)

loved the recap :) cant wait to see you reach all ...

2009-12-16T01:10:43.017-05:00

loved the recap :) cant wait to see you reach all those 2010 goals!

What a great recap and a great post to look back o...

2009-12-15T21:33:05.742-05:00

What a great recap and a great post to look back on to keep you focused on the goals ahead! Well done!

Wow a character-building year to say the least. Bu...

2009-12-15T21:15:31.229-05:00

Wow a character-building year to say the least. But you know what? When you do achieve your goal, and you will, it will be all the sweeter because you've worked so darn hard for it, endured so much adversity and had the tenacity to bounce back! May 2010 be your bounce-back year!

You have had one hell of a ride :) can't wait ...

2009-12-15T19:56:52.870-05:00

You have had one hell of a ride :) can't wait to see what happens in 2010!

I remember the crazy amount of elation and shock w...

2009-12-15T18:21:17.643-05:00

I remember the crazy amount of elation and shock when I realized that I finished my first race injury free (it wasn't the first OR second race that I did).

I love new years. You get to set a bunch of goals and wipe the slate clean. Can't wait to read the 2010 goals post!

you've definitely had your share of ups and do...

2009-12-15T17:01:37.689-05:00

you've definitely had your share of ups and downs but you continue to persevere! i have loved following along and look forward to seeing what you get yourself into in 2010 ;)

not gonna lie, when i got down to the post-marathon section i pictured the 'flamingo' stance again :)

Wow...what a wide range of emotions - yet through ...

2009-12-15T17:00:37.164-05:00

Wow...what a wide range of emotions - yet through it all, you stuck with it and never gave up! That's so incredibly inspiring. You are going at this the smart way and it will all pay off for you in 2010!!!

You are going to have a great 2010. Swimming has h...

2009-12-15T16:39:27.921-05:00

You are going to have a great 2010. Swimming has helped improve my performance in both biking and running. You are going to love it!

At least it keeps your blog interesting. ;o) Can&...

2009-12-15T16:08:46.598-05:00

At least it keeps your blog interesting. ;o)

Can't wait to here what 2010 brings.

Ah yes, the "ride of Life"....keep your ...

2009-12-15T15:12:58.374-05:00

Ah yes, the "ride of Life"....keep your arms and legs inside the ride at all times!!!!

Wow. You certainly have had a lot of bumps, but wh...

2009-12-15T14:46:56.228-05:00

Wow. You certainly have had a lot of bumps, but what's really awesome is you keep on going! You rock!

Just for second imagine your life without all of t...

2009-12-15T13:56:24.910-05:00

Just for second imagine your life without all of this.... even with the frustrations of set-backs i would take what WE DO anyday!!

You keep rocking it girl!!!

I really enjoyed reading the ups and downs of your...

2009-12-15T13:30:40.500-05:00

I really enjoyed reading the ups and downs of your training. It really does put training into perspective and I think you have done an awesome job finding adjustments to your routine so that you could continue on with your training. I have to remind myself not to get so down when my training is not going so well. I'm really hard on myself and agree that those moments are what make us stronger both in mind and body. Cheers!

I agree - most people would have stopped completel...

2009-12-15T12:56:37.548-05:00

I agree - most people would have stopped completely. You are doing awesome and following the plan. Keep at it!

I'm loving these end of year reflection posts....

2009-12-15T11:55:53.560-05:00

I'm loving these end of year reflection posts. I should do some of my own.

You've had quite the roller coaster ride, but I give you BIG KUDOS for always going back for more!

What I find awesome, is that your started off as a...

2009-12-15T11:51:58.557-05:00

What I find awesome, is that your started off as a runner, then due to injuries, had to re think and rehab, which in turn, accidentally made you a triathlete, an event that is tougher then a running race, its weird how things make us tougher.

Quite a bumpy ride, indeed. I'm hopeful that 2...

2009-12-15T11:23:48.672-05:00

Quite a bumpy ride, indeed. I'm hopeful that 2010 is AWESOME for you!!!

You are inspiring Mel, keep it up!

2009-12-15T11:03:22.796-05:00

You are inspiring Mel, keep it up!

I'm always inspired and amazed that you've...

2009-12-15T09:51:09.290-05:00

I'm always inspired and amazed that you've always find ways to keep yourself active, even when you've been given restrictions because of injuries.

BTW, would you suggest visiting a sports therapist for advice on "fixing" running problems? I've had foot problems lately and went to a podiatrist but I think all he would be good for would be to fix foot problems, and not give me suggestions on looking at my problems holistically.