More Than a Finish—A Lesson in Persistence and Growth
Even as a seasoned personal trainer, the Santa Fe Triathlon taught a humbling, powerful lesson. After years of setting—and missing—triathlon goals due to equipment or injury, finally closing the loop in Santa Fe became a personal milestone. Visualization, goal setting, and (most importantly) persistence made all the difference.
The Road to Santa Fe and the Power of Vision
The journey began with a vision board, a career driven by continuous challenge, and a long-standing itch to test its limits at a triathlon. Years passed, but when fate—and a Chamber of Commerce conversation—aligned, training began in earnest. Despite progress, self-doubt crept in; the power of mindset and routine became clear. Visualizing success and taking action, not just dreaming, broke through the doubt.
Race Day Truths—Embracing Fear and Adaptation
On the big day, anxiety and negative self-talk tried to sideline performance. The key became focusing on each present moment—pace, awareness, and not overreaching. The result? Not just finishing strong but winning the Clydesdale division—1:17:33 for run, bike, and swim combined.
Achievements like this are less about athletic talent and more about persistent, structured effort and belief in long-term progress. Setting a goal, visualizing it, accepting adversity, and acting courageously at each moment are habits anyone can develop—on the racecourse or in life.
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Impressive, Congratulations! I love how you didn’t compete – you just ran your race and upped it when you could.
Thank you for the encouragement to do my best and not worry about anyone else.
Vic
Thanks Vicki! I always say “just do YOUR maximum,” and I try and practice what I preach.
But of course you were great !! we all believe in you, and now, you too can believe more in yourself. With great love and appreciation, Suby