It was in July that I completed the Muskoka half Ironman race and in the summer months that followed I misplaced my discipline. My nutrition got sloppy, daily stretching regime became infrequent and workouts lost intent and purpose. I was going through the motions but, between us, I was living off my previous accomplishment. Without doubt I was tired and wanted to rebel from the rigours of the training program. Let’s call it the ‘bear market’ of my training year. Thankfully I am out of that funk and have reclaimed my focus. Today, I am moving forward with purpose and not just inertia. On a daily basis, the difference is marginal but over time the extra effort turns into real gains.
One of the ways that I re-inspired myself was to commit to my full goal. I registered for the August 20th Mont Tremblant full Ironman. I now have something specific to visualize around. Much like a retirement plan, a plan with a quantified destination is easier to work towards and make sacrifices around.
It’s all real now and all in my hands.
Bryan
October 14, 2016
