Journey to Ironman | My Journey to Ironman

Why is this blog here?

I write this blog – a series of letters to myself – to chronicle my journey of of doing difficult things. The spark for this endeavor was my attempt to come out of a dark period in my life. I was overweight, feeling emotionally flat, and struggling with important relationships. On top of that, I’d just experienced a failed business and I was grappling with feelings of failure and self-worth.

Instinctively, I knew that doing something very hard would require me to focus my mind, body, and spirit in a way that would force them all into alignment. Triathlons are what I chose, and Ironman Texas 2020 became my ludicrous goal. I didn’t think I could do it, but I decided to go after it anyway.

I don’t want to lose the lessons along the way, so I share many of them here.

Feel free to leave a comment or send an email with your thoughts, I’d love to hear from you.

Recent posts…

Cycling Gains through Mental Trickery

Cycling Gains through Mental Trickery

May 16, 2022 | Cycling, Training | 0 Comments

I've learned through experience that success in endurance sports is largely a mental...

Ironman Texas Race Report (post 2 of 2) – Bike & Run

Ironman Texas Race Report (post 2 of 2) – Bike & Run

Apr 29, 2022 | Races | 0 Comments

Ironman Texas Bike and Run Race Report

Ironman Texas Race Report (post 1 of 2) – Swim

Ironman Texas Race Report (post 1 of 2) – Swim

Apr 28, 2022 | Races | 0 Comments

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Ironman 70.3 Galveston Race Report

Ironman 70.3 Galveston Race Report

Apr 10, 2022 | Races | 0 Comments

Ironman 70.3 Galveston Race Report

Unlocking a new level of endurance

Unlocking a new level of endurance

Mar 21, 2022 | Cycling, Motivation, Nutrition, Running, Training | 0 Comments

Unlocking my endurance with nutrition

Updated Bike Fit

Updated Bike Fit

Mar 20, 2022 | Cycling, Training | 0 Comments

Aero Bike Fit update

Yoga 🧘🏽 works better than Coffee ☕️

Yoga 🧘🏽 works better than Coffee ☕️

Feb 6, 2022 | Training, Yoga | 0 Comments

Yoga works better than coffee to begin the day alert and energized

Fatigue + yoga = race preparation

Fatigue + yoga = race preparation

Feb 4, 2022 | Training, Yoga | 0 Comments

yoga and fatigue for race preparation

Triathlon off-season training

Triathlon off-season training

Jan 24, 2022 | Motivation, Nutrition, Recovery, Training | 0 Comments

The off-season In the United States, triathlon season generally ends in early December...

New Interview – Everyday Ironman Podcast

New Interview – Everyday Ironman Podcast

Jan 7, 2022 | Public Media | 0 Comments

Everyday Ironman Podcast Interview

Yoga and self-awareness 🧘🏽

Yoga and self-awareness 🧘🏽

Jan 2, 2022 | Training, Yoga | 0 Comments

It's been 2 1/2 weeks since I added yoga to my training regimen. My goals are to...

A disappointing run assessment and a shift in training

A disappointing run assessment and a shift in training

Dec 20, 2021 | Running, Training | 2 Comments

Three weeks after completing Ironman Florida, I was scheduled to have cycling and...

My next ludicrous Goal

2021 Ironman florida

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May 21

I had a great time working the transition area at the #nolabeltriathlon sprint tri today.

Supporting and watching my #tritribe is tons-o-fun.
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I love all this shit!
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#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog

I had a great time working the transition area at the #nolabeltriathlon sprint tri today.

Supporting and watching my #tritribe is tons-o-fun.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog ...

journeytoironmantexas

May 18

This is simply a post from a proud poppa 😀.

Identifying and supporting things that ignite joy and passion in our children are some of life’s greatest gifts.

So happy watching him do something that he loves.

🏄‍♀️🏄🤘🏾🤟🏾.
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I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris #team_varlo #varlo_apparel
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog

This is simply a post from a proud poppa 😀.

Identifying and supporting things that ignite joy and passion in our children are some of life’s greatest gifts.

So happy watching him do something that he loves.

🏄‍♀️🏄🤘🏾🤟🏾.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris #team_varlo #varlo_apparel
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog ...

journeytoironmantexas

May 18

Progress 🤩 !

For the first time, I was able to stand up and ride the waves 🏄‍♂️. In the past, I didn’t have the balance or hip stability to even stay on my knees 🤬.

Consistently practicing 🧘🏾‍♂️ yoga has resulted in improved hip strength and stability. Of course the benefits go way beyond the surf board. In addition to being able to 🏄, I’m excited about improved biomechanics, better form and a reduced risk of injury 👏🏽.

Pics 9&10- my son is making me proud by making it look so easy!

The progress happens little by little but can show up in unexpected ways. #keeppushing 🤘🏾

@athleterevivalyoga specializes in strength and flexibility for endurance athletes. Reach out and see what she can do to help you go to the next level ⬆️.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog

Progress 🤩 !

For the first time, I was able to stand up and ride the waves 🏄‍♂️. In the past, I didn’t have the balance or hip stability to even stay on my knees 🤬.

Consistently practicing 🧘🏾‍♂️ yoga has resulted in improved hip strength and stability. Of course the benefits go way beyond the surf board. In addition to being able to 🏄, I’m excited about improved biomechanics, better form and a reduced risk of injury 👏🏽.

Pics 9&10- my son is making me proud by making it look so easy!

The progress happens little by little but can show up in unexpected ways. #keeppushing 🤘🏾

@athleterevivalyoga specializes in strength and flexibility for endurance athletes. Reach out and see what she can do to help you go to the next level ⬆️.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog ...

journeytoironmantexas

May 12

I love a new challenge. Currently, the 🧘🏾‍♂️ crow pose has me tied into knots of frustration. I find it very difficult and holding it is outside of my grasp.

Today I tasted success!! I was able to enter the pose and feel balanced for maybe 2-3 seconds before losing control again. But that was enough for me. A crack in the 🚪or a glimpse of light is all I need to see possibility.

Ha! I’m gonna get it 👊🏾!

#stayfocused - don’t ease up.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog

I love a new challenge. Currently, the 🧘🏾‍♂️ crow pose has me tied into knots of frustration. I find it very difficult and holding it is outside of my grasp.

Today I tasted success!! I was able to enter the pose and feel balanced for maybe 2-3 seconds before losing control again. But that was enough for me. A crack in the 🚪or a glimpse of light is all I need to see possibility.

Ha! I’m gonna get it 👊🏾!

#stayfocused - don’t ease up.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog ...

journeytoironmantexas

May 11

I had some early morning fun making videos of my #trifamily in the pool. We all love watching our bodies move in ways that are totally different than what we think it’s doing 🫣.

Then I enjoyed a little trail time 🏃🏾 . Taking things slowly while I nurse a nagging Achilles flare.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog

I had some early morning fun making videos of my #trifamily in the pool. We all love watching our bodies move in ways that are totally different than what we think it’s doing 🫣.

Then I enjoyed a little trail time 🏃🏾 . Taking things slowly while I nurse a nagging Achilles flare.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog ...

journeytoironmantexas

May 11

I do appreciate the days when all the gears mesh and each training sesh goes according to plan 👊🏾.

Started the day with some strong yet impossibly difficult (currently) poses. Failure is great because it provides new challenges. @athleterevivalyoga

Then intervals in the pool that felt like I was riding on a magic carpet. The flow felt was perfect 🏊🏽 .

I wrapped it up with some Z2-4 intervals on Zwift. Hitting the power numbers just right on each interval 🚴🏽.

Tonight will be good sleep 🛌.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog

I do appreciate the days when all the gears mesh and each training sesh goes according to plan 👊🏾.

Started the day with some strong yet impossibly difficult (currently) poses. Failure is great because it provides new challenges. @athleterevivalyoga

Then intervals in the pool that felt like I was riding on a magic carpet. The flow felt was perfect 🏊🏽 .

I wrapped it up with some Z2-4 intervals on Zwift. Hitting the power numbers just right on each interval 🚴🏽.

Tonight will be good sleep 🛌.
*
I love all this shit!
*
#triathlontraining
#blacktriathletes #myswimpro
#iloveallthisshit #blacktriathleteassociation
#ironmando #yoga #yogalife
#ironchris #yogaeverydamnday
#ironmanchris
#fuckcancer
www.journeyto140.com/blog ...

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