I found my way back. I have been in a fog since April when I lost my Dad to diabetes complications and found myself kicked in the gut again after hear about Michelle's son. This disease sucks, yet I go back to the Triabetes days and revisit the life that the group inspired, I get pumped to work harder at control and limiting the potential complications. But in the end, we never know. Since my 09 season was more a less a wash, I am not sure what 10 brings. I know that my base training is at the forefront of my efforts now and to get back to my previous levels of performance, I am changing my approach to 10. Have fun first, and put in the base miles second.
I often ponder what lies ahead for me. I wonder how much longer can I train and race. I often think about a 4th Ironman finish, another Sprint or OLY race. Can I go faster despite being a year older. How much more can I give to triathlon. But in the end, we never know what is in the future, I realize I can only control today...and today, I am committed to controlling by blood sugar! Maybe, just maybe I can hold off the Grim Reaper a little bit longer. Who knows.
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Ol Grim can't catch you.... you are way too fast... you are going to have to blow a tire or something to give him a chance... hope you are well 1.0
Steve,
I am a neighbor, a type 1, a novice tri athlete, and a patient at the Joslin Center at University of Maryland. Dr. Streeten mentioned you might be a good person to connect with. I am in Eldersburg and have signed up for a few events this year including the nyc half marathon this weekend, tour de cure in May, and the Half Full in Oct. I hope to meet you at an event.
John Boyer
John,
If you return back, please forward an email address. Best regards in your endurance pursuit.
Steve, it has been a while since I checked in but was interested in reaching out to you as I just signed up for the 2012 ironman in Wisc. I was hoping to pick your brain.
my email is john at traderslibrary dot com.
if you get a chance, send me a message
thanks,
John Boyer
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