Hi everyone,
I was told we have a MI side of things, so I'm just duplicating my hello post from the introduction forum, to the MI forum.
Just signed up last night. I attempted a tri last year without much success (Open water swim got me), have completed a few relays. I am from Shelby Township, some of you already know my wife kellc09, really she's my inspiration.
I've decided to start a whole new life (almost literally).
I've watched Kellie train for her Ironman, train very very hard I should say, and Im sick of being over weight, Im sick of smoking, Im sick of sitting idle. She is an absolute animal, and has really inspired me to get my butt in gear.
I had my last cigarette on Friday night, Im starting a diet today. My goal is to go from 240 lbs, where I stand as of 4 minutes ago, to 210 lbs, by the time we go to Lake Placid for Ironman.
With the whole open water swim thing, my races will consist of Du's only this year. I've had my bike for over a year now, and can compete on a bike.
I've never been a big runner, as I tell people, growing up my idea of running was the 90ft, from home to first, first to second, second to third, third to home. I think any distance is more of a mental thing for me opposed to a physical (once I get into a better overall health).
I think that's it, if you have any questions or comments just ask....
Edited by ronk 2008-05-05 9:32 AM