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Release.....bliss.....emotional high....heavenly joy....euphoria. I could go on describing the sheer happiness that physical fitness, and most importantly running has brought into my life. I have always been an athlete, but it wasn't until ten years ago when my hours spent in the gym became monotonous and dull. Choosing to break out of my comfort zone I decided to train for my first Sprint triathlon. It was then that my so called "creature of habit" was lost, and my life was forever changed.
From that moment on, I have competed in triathlons, biathlons, running races (both long and short), and in the past two years have run in three half marathons. I "caught the bug" after completing my first marathon (New York City) in my goal time of 1:45. The past several years I have also participated in the Connecticut Challenge , a bike ride up to 100 miles that raises money for Cancer Survivorship. The ride is near and dear to my heart and my family,
while each year I ride with my brother in law or friends. It has always been such a blast and I try to encourage more people to get out there each year.
It has never been about the competition, but adding that extra "kick" into a very busy work life. The feeling of challenging my mind, body and soul to balance a work life that has consisted on commuting into NYC and working long hours has enabled me to feel more fulfilled. Running is an irreplaceable part of my life that has brought me inexplicable joy.
Giving myself a personal goal whether in work or fitness the focus continues to be about embracing the challenge and enjoying every minute of the journey. I feel passionately about supporting others with their fitness goals, and have coached many friends through their first races. It is so rewarding when a friend who I train with for months crosses the finish line of their first 5k or 1/2 marathon. Within each of those moments come that joy and the reason that I continue to find time to run whether in sunshine, rain, or snow. I welcome each and every challenge that I give myself or am faced with each day in the future.
