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Kona; It's time

     This will be my 3rd Ironman World Championship and my 7th Ironman starting line.  The excitement is there, just like it was for my very first Ironman in 2006.  My body has taken me to many places and some of the most amazing times involved sweat, obstacles, a fast beating heart, self-doubt and burning quads.  I have enjoyed sharing this journey with everyone - ever since I openly discussed my goal of wanting to qualify for the 2013 Ironman World Championship at Ironman Lake Placid. I have savored this trip with many pictures and videos and I have enjoyed giving everyone a special pass to what it feels like to be at the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii.  But now it is my time.  Tomorrow morning requires that my mind and my body work together. I will channel the cheers from afar as well as smile at the ones I hear on the race course, but it is up to only me to find a way to cover 140.6 miles for t...

Kona ready: prepared for 140.6 miles

Ever since a young age, my parents always enforced "fun" when it came to sports. I'm lucky that in 20 years of competitive sports, I have experienced very little burnout and a lot of happy smiles along the way. Here in Kona for the 2013 Ironman World Championship, I am less than 48 hours from my 7th Ironman and my 3rd Ironman World Championship.  Triathlon Magazine  Undie Run I came to this island with the same joy as years past but with a bit more confidence in my ability to race in this specific 140.6 mile event. Unlike other years, this year has been very special for me is being able to share this experience with Gloria, as well as with so many people following my journey on social media. I feel Gloria said it the best in her most recent blog  about owning what you signed up for.  "You signed up because it is a challenge. You signed up to push and overcome your limits. You signed up because deep down in your soul you need to unleash your greatn...

Kona bound: Camera happy

Sometimes words aren't needed when you are making memories....and have a new  Go Pro HERO3 . Be sure to follow  Trimarni Coaching and Nutrition  on facebook to stay up-to-date with videos and pictures from Gloria and I of all the happenings in Kona.  Thanks for enjoying this journey with me!