The Decision to Embark on This Journey

Several people have asked me why I would want to do an IM. I am not entirely sure that I can put my finger on the exact moment that I made the decision to begin this journey. I know that after having a successful first season of triathlons and century rides, I wanted something more challenging. I watched a friend cross the finish line via Live Feed in IM Kentucky last month and I think that it gave me the push. She went from couch potato to IM in one year...most impressive I think. Then, the opportunity to train with a group came about and meet new people...to be a newbie and have such a wonderful group of men and women athletes around you who have done it and who will guide you through the process is a "high"...a bonus...luck. So, I can't really say the exact moment it happened, but regardless, I know that the decision was the right one. I have embraced a new training schedule, a new mindset and a new "me" as I conclude Week 4 of my 53 week training schedule. Here I go... I will keep you posted.