Can you imagine:
Swimming 2.4 miles (3.87 km)
Biking 112 miles (180.65 km)
Running 26.2 miles (42.26 km)
That is where it all starts, by imagining the possible.
The Ironman is one of the ultimate challenges a person can face, not only for its immense physical training but more so for its mental training.
The Ironman to me stands for finishing what you started, to do what you set out to do; and that is the essence of one’s character.
Every individual that has completed an Ironman has in no doubt inspired another to hold on to and chase a dream one day longer.
It inspires us to imagine the possible.
You might not be the fastest or even faster than the one in front of you, but definitely you will be faster than the one who never started.
This video is on of the most inspiring videos I have ever watched. I can only dream of one day having the courage this man has.
It all starts by imagining the possible.
Ironman to me represents what life is all about:
- Imagine the possibilities.
- Work towards your dreams.
- Finish what you started.
- Never give up.
Along the way you will inspire all those that cross your path in life, not only for completing the Ironman but more so for the person you become along the way.
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I did my first half iron two years ago in Osoyoos, loved it. The key to success, success being finishing healthy, is planning planning, planning. I have a neighbor who coaches athletes to train using the lactate threshold method. This method is must as far as I am concerIf you want to know more I will put you in touch.
Hello Philippe, that is amazing. Good for you to commit and follow through to doing doing a half Ironman.
If you do not mind me asking, what was the hardest part of the journey and what was the most satisfying part of the entire process?
Would love to know other peoples experiences as well.
That’s an amazing video. Direction and will are two very powerful attributes. Seeing something through to the end(no matter how big or small) is very empowering and gratifying, I believe it also prepares us for the next experience that’s around the corner.
Thanks for the post!
Jason
Thanks Jason, you being an athlete that has definitely put your hours in is also admirable.
It is not who we are, where we are or what are situation is that makes us people of character.
It is what we do to stretch beyond or ‘path of existence’, grow and commit to a bigger cause that makes us people of character.
Fred, Excellent Finding!!
I agree, very inspiring indeed.
Commitment – we focus on the man on wheelchair and the strength to go through with it, but the man behind is the living proof of commitment, direction, character, courage and all other adjectives we may come up with. WOW!
Cheers!
Julio, that video never fails to put a tear in my eye. All for the reasons that you mentioned above.
People like that makes us rethink how we define commitment, direction, character and courage in our lives.
How much more can we do, how much more can we give, how much more can we have the courage to love and live for a bigger purpose.
Training for a half Ironman is challenging but enjoyable. The real challenge is learn to hold back in training, to resist doing more you are feeling good and to stick to the plan. Maybe another challenge is the blues you go through after you met your objective, what’s next? The reward is to complete it exactly as planned, feeling good and healthy after, it is the self confidence you gain, you fell you can tackle anything you want.
Phillippe, thanks for sharing.
What a journey it is. I tell you though, I do not fancy the early morning swims. ha ha But what a feeling of being alive, once you are done.
When is your next one and do you ever plan on doing a full Ironman?
I was schedule to do Oliver in July, but had to rethink my plan due to a persistent running injury and a new business that is keeping me occupied and on my toes. What I am planning instead is to build a team of riders to participate in the Trek for Breath and Life, it is a fund raiser for the lung association held every late summer. The ride is 200 km over two days. As an asthmatic myself, I know the importance of research and education. The last time I did it I raised over $2000. The ride was great, rolling terrain in the Fraser valley. Care to join??
Good for you Phillipe. I am finding that there are so many Ironman athletes that use this journey to raise money for great causes.
It is a pleasure to be surrounded by such people.
We just might have to look into this bike ride.
Am I allowed to put a mini motor on my bike?