To Ironman or to not Ironman

I have yet to do an Ironman, however after my first season I started to consider it for year two as it was going to work out the best in my long term schedule (family, work, finances) but after talking to some knowledgeable people, I was convinced that there was no need to rush things. Ironman is always going to be there so you should take the time to build your base and get ready for the distance over 4-5 years.

After completing my first HIM this year I was really happy I followed that advice as I realized I was not ready for the challenge of IM (I think I could have finished it but I definitely would have finished it the way I want to finish).

Shane