Adopt me?
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Anton posted 2 years ago.
Sorry to hear about the lack of support...we've all been there at one time or another...
I know I'm not alone when I say..."we got your back."
Make sure you post a bike pic after you pick it up!
"A little nonsense now and then is cherished by the wisest men."
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Socket posted 2 years ago.
That's what we're here for! I currently have some familial support, but my g/f is paranoid that I'm going to kill myself at a race (after blowing out a knee at a non-tri last year).
At least you've got little_diva involved ;-)
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RV posted 2 years ago.
That stinks. Sorry - difficult to do w/o spousal support. Happily my wife is supportive.
It is Great that you are getting your kids involved.
I did a relay with my 2 girls last year. I did the swim and then I was able to go side by side with daughter #1 on the bike and then with daughter #2 on the run. Then had daughter#1 jump back out on course about 50 yards before the finish - Awesome having a finish photo crossing with both my girls! I honestly treasure that more than my IM finishes.
Good luck.
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CadenceGuy posted 2 years ago.
My freinds think Im crazy and show no support either =( You find new 'family' along the way no worries there.
How old is your daughter? Thats awesome that shes on board!!!
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jsk85 posted 2 years ago.
Sorry about the lack of support...I can't say I can relate since my fiancee joined the site here yesterday, my dad and sister do about half the tri's I do with me, and my mom can't swim but can still knock out a du here or there.
I think I would have a hard time without their support, especially the significant other's. Hopefully he at least understands that you are passionate about it, and respects that.
We will do what we can to pick up his slack. Good luck to your daughter, that's awesome she's going to give it a try so young (I started spelling try as tri, lol)
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ChunkyB posted 2 years ago.
That's really a bummer. My wife would never do a tri (open water is her arch nemesis), but she wants me to be healthier and reach my goals and what not. I guess that counts as good support. I'm really sorry that you don't have the same support. You can always find it here though. Good luck.
"The melting point of wax means nothing to me": Thrice
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diva_mom posted 2 years ago.
the supreme-est diva turns 5 in two months. she gets it - except the long runs where she can't go - yet.
her bike rocks. all pink with tassles and training wheels.
Don't be so easy on yourself 'cause this one might be all that you have left
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Iron Dan posted 2 years ago.
Sorry to hear about a lack of support from the spouse. Hopefully he will come around and in the mean time, you've got my support.
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Anton posted 2 years ago.
diva_mom wrote:
the supreme-est diva turns 5 in two months. she gets it - except the long runs where she can't go - yet.
her bike rocks. all pink with tassles and training wheels.
Ok...a pic of HER bike! ;)
"A little nonsense now and then is cherished by the wisest men."
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Nutty posted 2 years ago.
Yeah we need bike bics immediately.
It sucks having no support. My family really couldnt care less about tri either, and my mother even refuses to watch because she, "doesnt want to see me do that to my body." I have the good fortune of a girlfriend who is an avid cyclist so she at least understands to some extent, but she'll be a new addition for me this season. My first tri was across the state with no family or friends, but as has been said, you make new ones in transition and on the course.
Good luck, we're always here for support.
-Alan
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http://therunningfridge.blogspot.com/
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diva_mom posted 2 years ago.
her bike is up, mine when I get it
Don't be so easy on yourself 'cause this one might be all that you have left
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Joe_H posted 2 years ago.
took a while for Mrs. H to come around (she was a smoker when we met :( ) but she understands now and very patient with my obsession now. watch a rebroadcast of Ironman hawaii then explain to him why tri's are important to you (please use small words as he is a man) good luck and have fun
what I'm up to:
http://www.athletefocus.com/forum/sport/triathlon
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fpugsley posted 2 years ago.
I think my girlfriend finally understood when her Valentines gift was a road bike. Nothing says love like skinny tires, aluminum and carbon.
Luckily, I have a room mate, and lots of friends to train with too.
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TryScott posted 2 years ago.
My wife needs reminded that although I love my hobbies, I'm a father and husband first. If I ask her what's going on this weekend, then ask if I can do my long days at such and such time, she interprets that as "When will the family stuff be done so I can do what I really want?" I try my best to make it sound like "I want to put my family first, and then if there's time to train, when can I?" I know how I feel about family vs training, but the key is to make sure she knows that I will always put family first.
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Tri Fanatic posted 2 years ago.
I am one of those semi-supported people. My g/f doesn't mind me doing tris or anything, but when it comes to going out for a long ride/run she doesn't want to let me go. Partially because we rarely see each other (work and school eats a big chunk out of my day). She also doesn't support how much it costs, but she always manages to make it to race day with me.
Hope you get your support sooner or later. If not, we all love to hear stories of new bikes, training routes, improvements, etc...
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rebekahliz posted 1 year ago.
My fiance is limited by a heart condition and can't race, but he is such an awesome fan--not just for me, but for everyone at the races! He's super-loud at the transition, takes amazing photos, and brings beer to share. Most important, he's willing to get behind the wheel at 5 am or earlier on race day and let me sleep. Gotta love it!
Are you a member of a tri or running club in your area? I've always trained solo, but just hanging out with other athletes always keeps me excited about the sport.
Di mana ada kemauan, di situ ada jalan (Where there is desire, there is a road). – Indonesian proverb
I found out the other day that Mr. diva_mom couldn't care less about my 'obsession'. Sad day. Most of you know tri's are fun enough- no family support is gonna suck. So, I consider me fortunate to have found you guys to share the joys and un-joys.
Joy 1 - That said, just got back from the LBS. Bike will be finished next week. Yeehaw! Joy 2- My daughter will be doing her first tri in 6 weeks, with life jacket and training wheels.
Don't be so easy on yourself 'cause this one might be all that you have left