To officially start off the training (ok, not really until March 10) -- but to continue the good base and foundation we have begun already -- I was out to Tempe Town Lake on Saturday with a buddy of mine (Mitchell) on an invite to run 11 miles as he continues to train for P.F. Changs Half Marathon in January. It was a nice paced run and a longer one than I probably should have attempted after 8 or 9 days of no running due to sickness and other priorities but It went smoothly with no residual effects beyond the normal soreness.....
Today I took Alexxis out for a 3.2 mile run to get her back and try to see if she will be ready for Lost Dutchman in February.....she did well but time will tell how ready she will be...tomorrow Glen and I will run 6.4 over in the Agritopia area and then maybe Bike some on Wed.....Looking forward to more pics as we train and then the actual training log we will post with results as we get into the IMAZ training sets....
OH, by the way we (Glen and I) got our confirmation emails today and we are completely OFFICIAL athletes for 2010 IMAZ -- Should be a great experience.....can't wait for the moment when Mike Reilly says to me "Gabe Phillips, You ARE an IRONMAN" as I cross the finish --- Here is to 355 days and counting.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
Sunday, November 22, 2009
365 Days and counting
So, the decision has been made...I will get up tomorrow and at 6:30am register for the opportunity to become an IRONMAN. With the support of my wife, and some of my friends and family I have decided to attempt this race in 2010.
Spending about 3 hours volunteering this evening at the event it was clear to me that volunteers are what keep most of these athletes going....they are tired, aching or hurt, and are in need of encouragement to finish. It was inspiring to see so many from all walks of life push themselves to the limit of physical exhaustion and yet feel so good at the end. As I type this there are still those on the course attempting to finish within the allotted 17 hour time limit. Pray they finish strong and give the glory to God.
I would encourage many if not all of you who follow or read this to volunteer this next year...it will inspire you and it is a great way to serve, make new friends, and be inspired.
I will keep a regular blog on my training and will post every 2-3 days until race day, November 21st 2010. Please pray that this opportunity allows me the opportunity to share Christ with others during this process and to make new friendships along the way.
More in a few days......
Gabe
Spending about 3 hours volunteering this evening at the event it was clear to me that volunteers are what keep most of these athletes going....they are tired, aching or hurt, and are in need of encouragement to finish. It was inspiring to see so many from all walks of life push themselves to the limit of physical exhaustion and yet feel so good at the end. As I type this there are still those on the course attempting to finish within the allotted 17 hour time limit. Pray they finish strong and give the glory to God.
I would encourage many if not all of you who follow or read this to volunteer this next year...it will inspire you and it is a great way to serve, make new friends, and be inspired.
I will keep a regular blog on my training and will post every 2-3 days until race day, November 21st 2010. Please pray that this opportunity allows me the opportunity to share Christ with others during this process and to make new friendships along the way.
More in a few days......
Gabe
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
To Tri or NOT to Tri.......that is the question....
There are 4 days left until the 2009 Arizona Ironman 2009 race and I am contemplating my desire to register for the 2010 race to be an IRONMAN.
I am a 202 lb. 36 year old Male, husband to the best wife on the earth, father of 4 blessings from the Lord, adrenaline junkie, and sold out individual for Jesus.
Do I need to be an IRONMAN? No.
Do I want to be an IRONMAN? Maybe - it depends on the day.
6 years ago I was a 265 lb. 30 year old who needed a life change....and to the Glory of God I changed to be a healthier individual so that I might be around as long as the Lord allows to enjoy the family he has given me. I have run 10K's, Half Marathon's, and a Sprint Triathlon in the past 2 years and I enjoy running and riding regularly with some friends of mine. Part of me wants to hear the "Your are an IRONMAN" statement at the end of the race that is so physically demanding and mentally challenging that it is so very enticing......and another part of me wants to show my kids that you CAN do it. I Can Swim 2.4 Miles (I am a fairly good swimmer) I Can ride 112 miles on a bike (I do 50 or more almost every Saturday) and I Can run 26.2 miles -- question is can I do them all in 17 hours?...
I have 4 days to make a final decision - as this race gets sold out in a matter of hours. I am volunteering this weekend at the IRONMAN race and will really get a good feel for the internal workings and the racers condition as they come onto the run course (where out aid station will be)....I believe I have made up my mind in spirit of wanting to accomplish this but am having a hard time swallowing the entry fee of $550....OUCH! Cheryl is supportive of me doing it but I am overthinking it as usual......more to come as it approaches the deadline.
Thoughts/ Comments welcome........
I am a 202 lb. 36 year old Male, husband to the best wife on the earth, father of 4 blessings from the Lord, adrenaline junkie, and sold out individual for Jesus.
Do I need to be an IRONMAN? No.
Do I want to be an IRONMAN? Maybe - it depends on the day.
6 years ago I was a 265 lb. 30 year old who needed a life change....and to the Glory of God I changed to be a healthier individual so that I might be around as long as the Lord allows to enjoy the family he has given me. I have run 10K's, Half Marathon's, and a Sprint Triathlon in the past 2 years and I enjoy running and riding regularly with some friends of mine. Part of me wants to hear the "Your are an IRONMAN" statement at the end of the race that is so physically demanding and mentally challenging that it is so very enticing......and another part of me wants to show my kids that you CAN do it. I Can Swim 2.4 Miles (I am a fairly good swimmer) I Can ride 112 miles on a bike (I do 50 or more almost every Saturday) and I Can run 26.2 miles -- question is can I do them all in 17 hours?...
I have 4 days to make a final decision - as this race gets sold out in a matter of hours. I am volunteering this weekend at the IRONMAN race and will really get a good feel for the internal workings and the racers condition as they come onto the run course (where out aid station will be)....I believe I have made up my mind in spirit of wanting to accomplish this but am having a hard time swallowing the entry fee of $550....OUCH! Cheryl is supportive of me doing it but I am overthinking it as usual......more to come as it approaches the deadline.
Thoughts/ Comments welcome........
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