... so I'm competing in a triathlon...!!!

So... I'm going to do a triathlon.

If you know me at all you know I enjoy running and swimming. Over th epast year, I have come to love spinning classes, too. After a half marathon over winter break that was more brutal than it should have been, I had to re-assess my full marathon aspirations. At this point in my life my knees will not tolerate training for a 26.2 mile race... so I tweaked my goals a little bit and came out with the Chicago Accenture Triathlon.

I inquired with an organization called Team in Training. They raise money for the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society through these races (they do tons-- Chicago Marathon, Chicago Half Marathon, races all around the world...) I am excited, as they will help me to properly prepare for this event in exchange for me raising $2,000 for the Lymphoma and Leukemia society. I won't lie, that is a crazy daunting number. But with the support of friends and family, I know it can get done. (hint hint) =)

I went downtown to the informational session for Team in Training (TNT), and came back with a starter kit and a $75 hole in my pocket. I'm in.

So.. I thought it might be a good idea to keep a record of sorts of this whole process. A good activity at least. I honestly don't know how long it will last or how diligent I will actually be in 'blogging' (i really don't like that term...) but if it works out it will be neat.

I am insanely nervous to start this, but SO EXCITED, too. I've wanted to compete in a triathlon for a long time now, and am thrilled that it's becoming a reality.