Dan has worked with the Young Men in our church all but about 3 months we've lived on the east coast and really enjoys it, especially since he's able to all the things that boys/men like to do. Last year, he put on a young men vs. old men sporting competition for our ward. They played basketball, soccer and then finished up with a triathlon. It was such a huge success last year, that they did it again! This year, they played ultimate frisbee, softball and then the triathlon. Dan's goal last year was to at least finish the race, and he did! THIS year, he didn't want to come in last. He trained Monday-Friday. He'd leave home just before 6 AM to train! Now, if you know Dan at all, you know that he is NOT a morning person, let alone doesn't like exercise. So, this took a lot of effort on his part. His effort paid off! For the swim part of the triathlon, he cut off 4 minutes from his training times AND for his overall finishing time, he shaved off 30 MINUTES!!! HE DID AWESOME! I'm so proud of him for his diligence! His next goal is the "Tough Mudder" that will be held in Vermont May 2012! Google it. It's a pretty crazy race!
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i've looked up the toughmudder. it sounds cool, but a bit pricey for me. you'll have to keep us posted on how he does! great job on this one though!
Congrats dan! my own Daniel is doing the tough mutter on Oct 8 here in TX. I think he's crazy but of course I'll be right there cheering him and his friends on:)
Wow, that's awesome! Tri's are no joke! There's the Spudman Tri, I've been eyeing...but whew...it's a ton of training and the open water part, kinda freaks me out.
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