Finally I have my IM finisher video. For me this is a few seconds of what pure joy feels like. I can still remember the thoughts that went through my head as I ran down the finishers straight. A feeling I hope I will never forget.
So now I start the journey towards my second IM. I am more confident than I was this time last year, though even with that confidence I have new and different fears.
--- Warning Random Ramblings Follow ---
Last year my main concern was could I complete the distance, now I know I can complete the distance. This year however it is more difficult to describe those fears, I still have lots of fears but they are more about letting myself down and not achieving my goal.
Should I train less this year, therefore avoiding burn out? Also this time I know my fitness is close to IM fitness, whereas last year it was not. So I just need to maintain this and then ramp up closer to the big day. But then I fear that my fitness will drop off too much and I will be in a worse condition than I was this year.
As you can see I over think a lot of things, and let me fears get the better of me.
I also have non triathlon fears, that I have to contend with. (Father to be).
What is it going to be like to have children, will I be a good role model, what will they be like, will we cope, is IM and newborns together too much?
Again lots and lots of fears.
--- End Of Random Ramblings ---
Either way I can see next year will be a busy and eventful year.
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Tim,
I am only a few years a head of you on the fatherhood side. My kids are 4 and 2, and I can already see that the things my wife and I do to stay fit is providing a great example for our children. You can not do the things that you have done without discipline and I believe that is a huge factor in successful parenting. You WILL BE a GREAT role model. You kids will be very proud of you and the same lessons that you learned in training and completing a goal will serve you well as a father.
It is MUCH harder to train as a parent, need a VERY understanding wife. Sacrifice will have to come from somewhere. I try to provide my wife with equal outlets for her non-parenting energy.
Just my unsolicited advice. Good luck to you.
Bob
http://nelsonomics.blogspot.com
Nice finish video. I'm yet to get a finishers shot with me celebrating, I'm as miserable as hell in all of them. Next year though will be different (I promise).
My sister has twins, they're 3 now and they've been very ......... erm ............. interesting!!!!!!
I've had/have the same Ironman fears as you. I think most Ironman athlete's probably have the same thoughts and fears when it comes to training and racing.
I will say that I think if I were doing another IM this year, I'd do a bit less training than I did last year.
Awesome finish video!
Cool finishing video..
Since you have the IM experience now. You know how to train for it.
I think the hardest part will be juggling the family thing. But there is always a way.. less sleep maybe, but always a way to handle everything.
Tim,
I am with you completely on the regards about training with kids.
It seems so hard. I know that we spend so much time on training that it seems impossible to spend time with the kids.
My only hope is that I see all the very successful IM people who also have kids, kids who seem very happy and very well adjusted.
They inspire me.
I recall you saying that you do your bike training on a trainer? This will probably be a big boon because you'll be 'there' if you're needed.
Tim,
as you know the IM lifestyle isn't an easy one. With that said, what on this planet truly worth having comes easy? Bigun and I don't have the kiddie issue but I will say that those we know who do- their kids are so proud of Mom and Dad. It's a wonderful example to set for your kids. It's a healthy lifestyle that hopefully will rub off. I guess when you have those 3 am feedings, instead of going back to bed when you are done, you hit the road for a run...
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