Simple question...

Why shouldn't I?

d'oh

Edited by thndrcloud 2010-11-12 2:59 PM

Three similar posed questions that had responses that may help provide answers that you may find interest in -

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=5957&start=1

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=185646&start=1

http://www.beginnertriathlete.com/discussion/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=207410&start=1

thanks 1stTimeTri, I just thought it was an interesting questions that was asked of me and was wondering other people's responses.  I will check out the posts.

For the competition.  I'd be doing something fitness related anyway, but I enjoy s/b/r and I love the rush of competition even more.

2 close mates (Husband and Wife) have both been diagnosed with Cancer, the husband cannot be treated. I'm doing it to raise money for Cancer Research UK, Every one who knows me knows I hate fitness, I hate exercise - so it is a big thing for me and not an easy fundraiser!

Personal challenge to see if I CAN

Throwing up is so fun!!!

For the challenge and to stay in shape.  Also, it is something my wife and I can do together for fun.

I started tri way back in 1984... Running injuries... Doc said get in the pool. Guys in the pool said get a bike. So tri seemed like the next logical step. Did my first tri in June of 1984... And that's the "how I got started", not the "why I continue to do it"...

And maybe part of the answer is that I've always liked it, and it seems like I've "always" done it, so it's easy and comfortable to keep doing it.

It is a hobby I enjoy and I get the benefit of staying fit. I am retired and it sure beats other hobbies I tried. Fishing is boring to me, and golf frustraties the hell out of me. The training keeps me active every day and the races give me goals to work toward.

Best answer yet.

Defintely my favorite quote of the day on any site!!!

Fixed that for you.

Something to do. I like being active and I don't want to get fat.

Edited by mmrocker13 2010-11-12 4:15 PM

This user's post has been ignored.

Swim, Bike, Run, eat - these are a few of my favorite things.

Because I enjoy competition.
Because swimming, biking, and running are all activities which I enjoy.
Because I feel better about myself as an athlete than I did as a lazy couch potato.
Because triathlon people seem accepting, fun, energetic, and just generally fun to be around.

b'cuz I read an article in Runner's World that said "if you can run a 5k, you can be Tri-ready in 6 weeks."
They forgot to say that although you can do it and not die, doesn't mean you won't feel like you will.
Then the challenge started - do it until it doesn't hurt so much.
BTW - podium'd at both of them....   tee hee!!!

Because I've been swimming, biking, and running for years just for fitness. I just needed the right group of people to nudge me along a little.