A Valliant's valiant effort to complete an Ironman relay for one

It's official !! I'm on the way to completing an Ironman relay for one.  Well at least the swim and bike. The donation page is open until Halloween just in case the Toronto full marathon in October comes to be.  It just might with Dr. Jason's help.

Not only did I get the encouragement I needed when I joined Coach Paul's Ironmotivation Monster spin class to consider swimming but I learned about Dr. Jay.  Dr. Jay is a magical chiropractor who  works out of Welcome to Wellness in Whitby.  There is a huge misconception about what chiropractors do but all I know is Dr. Jay does more then adjustments.  This week he worked on the left shoulder to loosen it up after Sunday's 3000M swim.  Within a day the pain was gone but more important is the nagging ankle.

My ankle issue is a result of very flat feet.  I have to thank my Dad's side of the family for them and my big calves - SIGH.  Even though I wear arch supports my foot does not toe off correctly and "crushes" the ankle on every step. This week a little kinesiology tape in the right places, a 45 minute run, limited pain and no pain waking up or the next day.  For once I can't wait to see what Tuesday's run brings.  Of the three sports running is the biggest mental challenge because of the pain in the ankle :-). Huge change from when I started the blog and discussed my fear of swimming.

With a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel I am very encouraged about this race season. With this optimism comes the official announcement of my 2013 fundraising goal - Valliant's valiant effort to complete an Ironman relay for one.  (Thanks Susan) I'm hoping to raise $3000.00 for Oshawa's outreach centre Gate 3:16.  This little place on Simcoe Street helps so many. They rely on support from churches, denominational grants, corporations, individuals, foundations, and fundraising events.

With so many great causes out there and so many friends and family looking for donations to their fundraising goals its tough to decide what to support.  I hope you will look at Gate 3:16's web page, see the great services they provide to our community and considering donating.  I really appreciate your consideration.

It might be cold out there but if you bundle up just right a little walk could be had.  For me its a two hour spin in the basement as Monster Ironmotivation spin class is on vacation for March break.

-Liz