More Than a Finish—A Lesson in Persistence and Growth
Even as a seasoned Santa Fe triathlon personal trainer, the local Santa Fe Triathlon taught me a humbling, powerful lesson. After years of setting—and missing—triathlon goals due to equipment setbacks or injuries, finally closing the loop 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 my 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. That’s when the power of mindset and routine became clear. Visualizing success and taking action—not just dreaming—broke through the doubt and pushed training forward.reaming, 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 was focusing on each present moment—pace, awareness, and not overreaching.
The result? Not just finishing strong but winning the Clydesdale division—completing the run, bike, and swim in 1:17:33.
But here’s the real lesson: achievements like this are less about athletic talent and more about persistence, structured effort, and belief in long-term progress.
What This Means for You
Whether you’re training for a triathlon, working through pain, or simply aiming to build healthier routines, the principles are the same:
- Set a clear goal
- Visualize success daily
- Accept adversity
- Act courageously in each moment
These habits create breakthroughs both in athletics and in everyday life.
Take the Next Step Toward Your Own Finish Line
You don’t have to chase big goals alone. At SolCore Fitness & Therapy, we combine personal training and manual therapy to help you push past limitations and build the persistence needed for long-term success.
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Because whether it’s on a racecourse or in life, working with a Santa Fe triathlon personal trainer can help you go further than you ever imagined.
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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