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Pace yourself! A Guide to Finishing Well

While training for my first triathlon, I did something I haven’t done since High School… In High School, I went out for track and trained to run 800 meters, which is about a half a mile. On the day of the track meet, I was ready to go. This was a special day because my girlfriend was in the stands. …

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Will You Be on My Team?

Yesterday I started a twelve week training program preparing me to compete in my 4th Triathlon on May 17th. I can almost hear you muttering, “Why would an old guy like you do that?” Having a goal like this out in front of me inspires me to work toward that goal. Working toward that goal, keeps me on an activity …

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What Happens When You “Tri”?

9:30pm Two months before the triathlon: Ken: Why don’t you do the Cedars of Lebanon triathlon with me? Diane: I’m afraid I couldn’t finish. I am not a good swimmer. I don’t run very fast. I’m 66 years old. I’ll stand out among all those young chicks. I’ll drown. I can’t. Ken: Sign up! You’ll love it! Diane: I’ll drown!

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Fully Alive in 2010

A glimpse of what is ahead often changes the course of our lives. If you are on the freeway and see flashing ambulance and police lights ahead, you will most likely take a detour to avoid an accident. For me it was a glimpse from behind that changed my life. Seeing this flattering picture started me on a two year …