I have had an interesting time since I last blogged in November. I also had a first; I have been playing Badminton most Saturdays for over a year. Every game I have lost – I am not that competitive, honestly! Well Last time we played I only went and won. This is a big achievement and shows the character I have by not giving up for 52 consecutive weeks.
I have also started training again with some friends, several times I’ve been swimming before work with a friend, Tom. Then I have also been training before work with Sam on the turbo. Linda has also entered Etwall Triathlon so we have his and hers turbos set up in the Pain Cave.
I am also embracing my dietary goals and eating a lot healthier. However, I have still sunk the odd cheeky beer at the local. The weight is starting to shift a little and I am feeling positive again. I have realised, despite this journey being called ‘Bipolar Ironman’ that my biggest challenge is my mental health. For when I am down and depressed I self-medicate with food.
To look at what I had 2 years ago in terms of fitness and where I was at makes me realise just how much I valued the feeling of health and comfort in my own body. This is why I keep going, this is why I don’t quit and this is why I will become an Ironman. I have entered the Holkham Half Ironman in July and this is my ‘A’ race for the year. I am also determined to keep to a schedule as I really want to give the Para-Triathlon the full attention it deserves.
Bipolar Ironman 