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Post Full Depression and Refocusing

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Post Full iron distance depression is REAL! As soon as I crossed the finish line on August 20th, the finish line volunteers said, "Your only 23 and you've already hit the top, what do you do now?" Hmmmm....Good question..... that question seems to still be ringing in my ears now as life has gone back to normal load and the training for 2018 begins.

What do you do now? How do you top that experience? Will anything be that meaningful or will you be unfulfilled by 2018's experiences?

Step #1: Step out of your comfort zone. On a whim, apply to be an ambassador for the company that completely made your 2017. ✔ #TeamRev3 #BestDAMNteam

Step #2: Sign up for at least one race per month (except February) and OWN them!

  -January 6th- Frosty 25k
  -March 17th- Wrightsville Beach 26.2
  -March 24th- (hopefully) Marine Corps 17.75k
  -April 28th- R N' R Nashville 26.2
  -May 12th- Cap 2 Cap Century
  -May 20th- Chattanooga 70.3 relay (13.1)
  -June 3rd- Rev3 Quassy 70.3 (my "A" 70.3 or at least my biggest challenge)
  -July 7th- Rev3 Williamsburg Sprint Tri
  -July 8th- Rev3 Williamsburg 70.3
  -August 26th- Maine 70.3 relay (no swimming for me in that cold!)
  -September 16th- Rev3 Stafford Sprint or Savage man Olympic.... haven't decided yet but will probably stuck Rev3
  -October 13th- Capital Trail 100! Most favorite race EVER! Hoping for a 4 person team...
  -October 21st- (fingers crossed) MCM
  -November 22nd- Cranberry Sauce 10k
  -December- Nothing Yet but do not be dismayed.... I will find something!

Step #3: Stop trying to please others and take care of yourself! I have been pouring from an empty cup for so long that I don't even remember what it is like to take care of myself. I love to take care of others at work, home, or friends, but there comes a point where I put so much energy into them, I don't leave any energy for myself.

We are currently on step 3 and working......

Step #4: Take what the season gives you and love every minute of it! No it won't be perfect, no it won't be a 140.6, but asking so much from your body in such a short time is a new challenge in itself.

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