Let's be honest, I have never considered myself an athlete...until now. Over the past serveral weeks, I have been slowly gaining momentum in training for the Door County Half Ironman. I have been dedicating several hours each week to becoming a better version of me, physically and mentally.
Each week, I am noticing positive changes in my body. I am using muscles swimming that I never use in other workouts, I am getting faster on the bike, and my endurance is increasing for longer runs. I feel that while my progress is small, these small improvements are starting to build on one another, creating a ripple effect, snowballing my achievements.
When I hear the term, "Mind Over Matter", I always thought it was partly true, but that physical limitations may not be overcome. Each day of completing another workout, I am realizing I am not only gaining physical strength, but also mental strength. I am feeling more confident, prepared, and worthy of my accomplishments.
Therefore, as I continue through the "Year of Me", I am finding more reasons to celebrate small successes in my physical capabilities, but also my happiness. I encourage each of you to find a challenge in 2013. By setting a goal, sticking to it, and applauding oneself along the way, we will transform ourselves.
Push yourself to change.
Cheers,
Samantha
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