Not so long ago, I believed I was negatively buoyant and only ran to get my abs to show. This year on my 25th birthday I competed in, and completed, IRONMAN Chattanooga 2023. There is not much else I can say about it other than it was an incredible and eye-opening experience that I will never forget, and likely never get to experience again. The Ironman is the ultimate triathlon and test for endurance sports. Not only is the race incredibly long, Chattanooga having a bonus 4 miles, making it the longest in the world to my knowledge, but it consists of 3 different sports. It will push you mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Yet if you dare to persevere, you will unlock a kind of self-knowledge, power, and confidence few things in life can give you. This is because you know that you can endure difficulty. You can push past the point of pain. And what Ironman really shows, is you can do all of this while still cheering on those around you and bringing them with you across the finish line. It is simple. Just go for a swim, then a bike, then a run. Though far from easy, it is much more attainable than most people think. Are you brave enough to try?
#EarnYourGoodDay #IRONMAN
