Back in the Saddle
Here we are standing on the edge of a brand new year looking out at a world full of possibilities. For some, this year will bring joy and victory and a whole host of greatness. For others, the year will be a continuous down hill spiral, plagued by defeat and set back after set back. My hope is that this year will bring you a balance of the two.
As you go throughout this year I hope that you experience handfuls of victory. Wether that victory is watching the needle on your scale point towards a smaller number, or perhaps that victory is symbolized in the completion of another triathlon season. The best way to find your victory is to set and stick to easily identifiable goals. For me, I have already registered for three races this season, and I intend to register for three more. If your not a fan of competition, set some form of reachable goal. Maybe that goal is setting a new personal best in a three-mile run. Whatever it is, set a goal that you can reach and find victory.
I would never wish defeat or set back on any human being, but those are natural parts of our existence. When defeat knocks on your door, accept the fact that it has occurred and find ways to overcome it. We are only truly defeated when we refuse to overcome and without adversity we will seldom appreciate the victory. Defeat gives us a chance to reevaluate our tactics and pursue a new course, one that will ultimately lead to a triumphant victory.
As this year progresses, bask in the warmth of victory and learn from the chill of defeat. No matter what occurs on the path your life takes, strap on your helmet, lock in your shoes, and get back in the saddle.
