Retreat

A Dog’s Approach To Ironman

The 2011 Ironman is now a wrap here in Kona. It was yet another year of triumphs in so many ways. There were roughly 1800 people who came across that finish line this year. Everyone from the pros to those with a triathlon lifestyle to those who are everyday moms and dads to people like Scott Rigsby, double amputee who got to hear those words, “You are an Ironman” lived their own triumphant day.

The Inspiring Accomplishment in Hawaii

Finishing an Ironman in Hawaii no matter who you are or what time you did it in is an accomplishment. For all those that finished or even attempted to finish the Ironman here in Kona this year…

  • Congratulations.
  • Great job.
  • You did well.
  • You learned something about yourself.
  • You will have gone on a journey that will live within you forever.
  • The memories will be of the journey’s accomplishment; not your Timex, or what spot you finished in.

Ironman Inspiration to A Better Place within Yourself

For many watching an Ironman is pure inspiration. It could be running a 5K to doing a shorter distance triathlon, a Half Ironman or even set your sights on completing an Ironman. It could be as simple as exercising every day, walking, yoga, a daily jaunt with the dog. The inspiration is yours to create.

The important thing in our lives is to have a something that inspires ourselves and in turn inspires others. That doesn’t mean think about it, wish you could do it, or hope to do it in the future. The time is now.

If you are thinking of committing to one of these things I encourage you to start today.

As inspiration coach of both people and dogs here are a few tips on getting started. Those with dogs will see this viewpoint clearly.  And those of you without dogs, start wagging your tail and playing every day as if you had dog recess playtime as one of your required job descriptions!

Training for a 5K, Triathlon or Ironman Like A Dog

First, dogs love to go.  Anywhere.  Any time.  Pick up the leash or a set of keys and the excitement to go comes out in a four legged dance with mad tail wagging on top of all of that.

Do your workout the same. Get a plan. Tons of places to find them, (training plans) but more importantly, decide what you are going to do for a workout in the morning. When you get up, act like the dog, like you can hardly wait to get out the door. It’s soooo exciting.

Get the leash, the keys (shoes, swim suit, bike, or even the dog) and get out the door. As a habit. Wag about it.

It won’t be long and you WILL begin to feel that way.  Really.

Forget about a watch and how fast you are going at whatever specific exercise you are doing. At least at first. Just go. And pretend to be the dog while you go. Wag at each and every little thing. Be grateful for the day and the fact that you get to go out and move.

If people like Scott Rigsby can do it. So can you.

Thanks for reading.  My hope is to give you inspiration and thought provoking ideas to take your very next step in creating your own paradise from where you are now!  Please subscribe to Big Island Dog and follow me on Twitter.   Retweets are cool too.

As a 9 time Ironamn finisher, author and creator of 5K Training Guide | Running with Dogs and K9 Cross Fitness Classes in Kailua Kona Hawaii I encourage you to make that change you want so badly today!

Aloha Wags!

 

This is Your Life

What are you doing with it?

As I got up this morning and started what I plan to make my new habit (actually am signing up for the course in October included in the The Power of Baby Steps article), and thought I’d go ahead and start with what I’m passionate about first thing this morning.

Writing.  Then some time in the Ocean.  After all, I live in Hawaii and GET TO swim with dolphin regularly.

What am I realizing I don’t need to be doing anymore? Where have I been wasting A LOT of time?  (You can find out where you waste your time by participating in the make time mini mission)

Facebook.  As I read the 114th post about hating the new format, suddenly I woke up.  Who cares really?  Is this what my life is about?

This is my life.  Is Facebook what I’m going to look back on and reflect about how much fun it was, even possibly wish I had spent more time doing, or would I be better off spending my time doing more of this….

This is your life.

Do what you love.

Do it often.

If you don’t like something; change it.

If you don’t like your job; quit.

If you don’t have enough time stop watching tv.

If you are looking for the love of your life; stop.

They will be waiting for you when you start doing the things you love.

Stop over analyzing. Life is simple.

All emotions are beautiful.

When you eat appreciate every last bite.

Open your mind heart and arms to new things and people.

We are united in our differences.

Ask the next person you see what their passion is.

Share your inspiring dream with them.

Travel often.

Getting lost will help you find yourself.

Some opportunities only come once.

Seize them.

Life is about the people you meet and the things you create with them.

So go out out and start creating.

Life is short.

Live your dream.

And share your passion.

This is your life.  What are you doing with it?

Thanks for reading.  My hope is to give you inspiration and thought provoking ideas to take your very next step in creating your own paradise from where you are now!  Please subscribe to Big Island Dog and follow me on twitter, Facebook and Google+

 

Lavaman Triathlon

Coming to the Lavaman Triathlon?

For your best race, get away to the Big Island Dog Race Retreat Ohana.  Your stay includes…

 

 

 

  • Private getaway with the comforts of home that include a private guide to the race and the Kona Coast.
  • Avoid the confusion, add on costs and hustle & bustle of a hotel or resort.
  • Enjoy fresh Island organic fruit, Kona Coffee and fresh water, provided in your Ohana
  • Save money on dining out and dial in your pre-race food and recovery meals in your own kitchen.
  • Save time cooking by ordering to go lunches or dinners from Island Naturals.  All organic food, from vegan to grass fed meat grown on the Island.
  • Local grocery stores for fresh food to cook or refrigerate in your Ohana saving the high cost of eating all your meals out.  Even make the secret smoothie concoctions you are used to drinking all the time.  Or ask us for our favorite recipe.
  • A guide to local farmers markets for organic local food, coffee, gifts, jewelry and one of a kind made in Hawaii authentic goods.
  • A guide the best local restaurants.
  • A schedule of events, times and places to be for the Lavaman Triathlon 2011
  • Information on places you can swim, ride, run by yourself or with a local group to accommodate your pre race needs.
  • Boogie boards and snorkeling gear.

Experience racing in one of the most beautiful, magical places in the world, yet feel as if you were at home and living the lifestyle that finds you at your best, most confident self.

Triathlon Race Retreat Ohana Fees & Details

$125 per night.  3 night minimum.  Race Retreat Ohana located 5 miles from race start.

Contact Jt Clough at 760-644-2658 or e-mail me at BigIslandDog (@) gmail.com for more information and to schedule in room massage* or reserve a relaxing “recover from everything” by slipping into a bubbling spring of purified water hot tub session with a massage to follow.

*massage fees are paid to your therapist.

Have the time of your life, local style at Lavaman Triathlon 2011

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