Have you ever wondered how I got involved in Team in Training? Why on earth I'm putting myself through all this nuisance to do something that I could easily do, and have already done on my own? Well I want you to know its not for the money.
I haven't always liked running. In fact there were numerous times throughout my life that I had decided that I hated it. Fortunately for me I give in easily to peer pressure.
I started running in December of 2008 when I let a coworker/friend talk me into becoming his running buddy. I finally gave in for a few reasons. First of all I was studying exercise science up at the U of U and while I enjoyed it, I didn't really have a passion for exercise. I was mearly using the degree as a stepping stone to a PT degree. Well needless to say constantly being surrounded by in fit, highly active people was causing me to feel a little bit guilty ;p. That wasn't the only reason though, another reason is that I did not feel satisfied with my life. I felt somewhat lost like I hadn't really found myself yet. I didn't really know what to do with my life and since I trusted this friend, I figured maybe this is what I needed. Lastly, I blame my coworker/friend Russell. I'm really not sure if he'll ever understand what significant role he played in my life for those short few months. Not only did he introduce me to running, my passion and therapy, but he taught me a lot about myself as well.
So needless to say, I started running on a fairly regular schedule. It became theraputic. Running to me was like a healing ointment. Each time I went out I never failed to feel rejuvinated, stronger, and like I could face the problems that life would give me. Its interesting, but that really hasn't changed much. I wish everyone could feel what I feel when I run. If they did, they wouldn't find it so difficult.
Early on into my first year of running I kept seeing flyers for Team in Training. I was not only impressed by the idea of taking something I already love and doing it to help others but by the idea of being part of a team again. I always had intentions of joining, but I couldn't seem to convince myself to do it. I was afraid of something... I don't know what. I didn't really even know much about it at the time. My interest in Team in Training never left the back of my mind. I've always told myself I would do it one day... and so I did.
One afternoon while sitting in a class for my Master's degree this year I was debating how I could make a little more money and get some more coaching experience. I had recently received a flyer in the mail for TNT and so I thought why not e-mail them and see about coaching? Then I can really do something I love for a good cause. Well next things next I met with Stacie and became a Coach. My first season with TNT started in March and just barely ended. Now this season I'm both coaching and participant.
I'm thrilled that I have finally done what I wanted to those few years ago, and that I am able to really share my passion for running with other people.
Do you want to know how TNT got its start? Check out the link below. Such a cool story!!!
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/georgia-cleland/post_3439_b_1567673.html
Thanks for all your support!
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