Four months of training complete and race day has now come and gone. The Lifetime Tri was an amaizing spectacle to witness. It all took place around Lake Nicomas with over 3000 racers. My motivation for racing was to honor Adam on his birthday by raising funds for the Leukemia, Lymphoma Society. This was my fourth race with TNT. Training and fund raising as a group has been one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. This season was espically special with the race on such a special day, Adams B-day.
Our team was about 120 racers strong. Together we raised over $300,000 to help in the fight against cancer.
The weather was perfect for the race, with the wind holding off until most of the field was finished. It was a long day, arriving at the transition area at 4:30am to set up and get ready. My wave did not get off into the water till closer to 8:30 or later. Two hours and twenty minuets later I was in after having a smooth confident race. The swim was very comfortable. The bike felt strong, and the run was the mental challenge.
I was honored to share my story about Adam to the team before the race. It was such a blessing to communicate to the team my love for him, and my experience of life, death and what has transpired since then to the group. There were many tears, but my point of my talk was to inspire! To CHOOSE to race for bigger reasons, to be inspired by things bigger th
an yourself. Reminding myself of that and getting all that emotion out really helped me to keep it together during and after the race. I know Adam was proud of what happened. Not because of how I finished but rather how I trained and fund raised. It is the example that you lead with and the lives you touch along the way that matter. Race day is such a small part of bigger picture. I know that Adam sees that perspective completely in the presence of God. I want to honor him by doing my best to share hope in the midst of struggle. To share the bigger picture.Results are posted here http://www.peaktiming.com/2008LTF/searchreturn.asp
5 comments:
Nice job my Brother! I know myself and so many that have done endurance3 races say that the raceis the dessert so enjoy it...yet without the meat and potatoes (training and fundraising) the dessert alone will never keep you afloat! You and your race inspired me to re-evaluate my walk and to keep my eyes fixed on Him even when everything in life is in line. I value you as a friend and a brother, and it has been an honor to train with you and know you and your depths. Don't ever forget what you do this for...at the end of the race and the end of the day, thats what ya got. "Don't get bitter, get better!"
Way to go, Andrew. I was wondering how it went! Adam would be proud. It was fun to see you on the river last week... Happy Anniversary, Congratulations, Happy Birthday(I know yours was recent too!), and GREAT RACE to you as well. Enjoy this baby time! I'll bet Bijou seems so big to you now!
WAY TO GO SHUG!!!!!!!!! With each race you've done for TNT, you've not only become better and stronger physically but mentally as well. The greatest blessing in watching you do each race has been seeing you grow spiritually and the spectacular results you've had in all your fund raising for LLS. Though it's been hard at times to share you with TNT and all the training you've needed to do--- our marriage has been blessed with an even greater joy and God has brought me so much fulfillment in being able to walk this journey with you. You've not only inspired me to get back into shape after having Armand- but spiritually as well!
hey prest family...
what an encouragement your lives are...inspired by our Lord...
Awesome to hear your updates online, and also how God is blessing you with beautiful children.
love you guys!
Jacci
Way to go Andrew! Impressive results. 22.4mph on the bike? Geesh, I keep barely 17mph average. I would tell you to keep on truckin, but forget that, keep on biking! Thanks for mentioning your brother, what a great way to honor him.
Peace brother.
BTW, do you think I can use your photo and pretend it's me? Dude you're ripped!
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