Only two days away from the race. I am struggling with eating well. ( Oh chocolate, you evil temptress) I am having dreams nightly; last night I forgot to bring my tri shorts and top to the race so I was naked underneath the wetsuit and trying to figure out how to bike and race. I am wiggly and cranky. In other words..... all looks to be normal!
The hardest part about right now is the self-talk. It is so easy for me to doubt my abilities. Will I make the cut-off? Does the race really count if I am slow?
I know the negative demons will come out and sit on my shoulder many times during the race itself. Will I be able to ignore them? Will I be able to drown them out with positive talk? My mantra will be "I may be slow, but I am out here doing this" But even that is somewhat negative. It is something I really struggle with. I am going to try writing reminders on my arm for the first time. Reminders of what inspires me and why I am doing this. Reminders of people and events that I can dedicate this to.
I will be strong. I will be focused. I will have fun. I will appreciate and honor my body. And I will look forward to refueling with that double cheeseburger and a beer at the end
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