Taking up the triathlon in my mid fifties has been my third act, at least athletically. I had been a long time runner with 14 marathons under my belt. After turning 50, my body began to rebel against me doing all that mileage that was necessary to train for a marathon, and my mind began to yearn for a change. Enter the triathlon, where I learned to swim and bike. As people say nowadays, it’s been quite the journey.
Inspiring for those of us in our 50's looking for our second act. I love the idea that a change is necessary and normal, and not a reflection on Act I.
Taking up the triathlon in my mid fifties has been my third act, at least athletically. I had been a long time runner with 14 marathons under my belt. After turning 50, my body began to rebel against me doing all that mileage that was necessary to train for a marathon, and my mind began to yearn for a change. Enter the triathlon, where I learned to swim and bike. As people say nowadays, it’s been quite the journey.
A literal journey, several times a week when you do long runs and long bike rides!
Inspiring for those of us in our 50's looking for our second act. I love the idea that a change is necessary and normal, and not a reflection on Act I.