Because this is a running/tri blog, I'm going to try to keep the list narrowed down, but five things I'm thankful for right now are:
1) The number of races here in SoCal - seriously, if you wanted to race every single weekend of the year, I'm pretty sure there'd be one within 50 miles of where I live. Granted, you'd need an unlimited budget, because it gets pretty pricey, but you could do it.
2) Other athletes - last weekend I ran a sprint triathlon down in San Diego and I went by myself. At first I was kind of bummed, because after the race I didn't really think I'd have anyone to hangout with until the opened the parking lot. However, I met some really awesome women standing in the line waiting for our results and we had some great conversation. Turned out that one of the ladies has the same triathlon coach as me! Small world.
3) My best buddy Leonie - she's the one who got me started into this crazy world of triathlons. Although I had NO idea what I was getting into, I followed her to my first race and absolutely fell in love with multi-sport races. She's been an inspiration along the way and I love her for that and so many other things. She's taught me simple things like how to maintain my bike, how to pack for a race, and how to push myself when I don't think I have it in me. Unfortunately she's all the way on the east coast now :-(
4) Gorgeous Weather - living in SoCal, I've become soft. I expect the weather to be 70 and sunny year round. Pretty spoiled living we have out here. But while I am stationed here, I have the privilege of enjoying how wonderful it is! Even when it rains, it's still warm enough to head out on a run and not bundle up.
5) Running Skirts - I only have one of these, but their flagship store is right here in Encinitas!!! I absolutely love my running skirt and will definitely get down there to get another one. It's super comfy.
1) The number of races here in SoCal - seriously, if you wanted to race every single weekend of the year, I'm pretty sure there'd be one within 50 miles of where I live. Granted, you'd need an unlimited budget, because it gets pretty pricey, but you could do it.
3) My best buddy Leonie - she's the one who got me started into this crazy world of triathlons. Although I had NO idea what I was getting into, I followed her to my first race and absolutely fell in love with multi-sport races. She's been an inspiration along the way and I love her for that and so many other things. She's taught me simple things like how to maintain my bike, how to pack for a race, and how to push myself when I don't think I have it in me. Unfortunately she's all the way on the east coast now :-(4) Gorgeous Weather - living in SoCal, I've become soft. I expect the weather to be 70 and sunny year round. Pretty spoiled living we have out here. But while I am stationed here, I have the privilege of enjoying how wonderful it is! Even when it rains, it's still warm enough to head out on a run and not bundle up.
5) Running Skirts - I only have one of these, but their flagship store is right here in Encinitas!!! I absolutely love my running skirt and will definitely get down there to get another one. It's super comfy.
