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Triathlon beneficial to business mindset

October 22, 2008 by Katie Skow  
Filed under Biz, Move That Booty!


I did something I never thought I would do before… I not only made it to the starting line, but I finished… a triathlon! Woo-hoo!

Although I’d love to say my accomplishment was due to hard work and dedicated weekly practice, I can’t lie. I trained some, but not nearly as much as I had intended. Life got in the way: I was sick, out of town, and sick again. Oh yes, and there is also that little minor detail of being a small business owner. But, that’s just an excuse. Priorities are priorities and I could have and should have followed my own advice by carving out more time for my physical well-being. I take full responsibility and that’s why I made it to the finish line.

How does this help me in business?

Business Buzz:
Physical activity helps get those endorphins running and will increase your productivity at work. Days when I trained, I felt great and my business activity increased all around. I got more done in less time.

Fleeting Fear:
There is no better way to get over your fears than to face them directly. In the days leading up to the race, I had moments of anxiety and quite a few

I can’t possibly do this type of thoughts. Interestingly enough, participating in the triathlon has helped me get over a few business-related fears as well. Going beyond what I thought was possible has given me a new sense of strength to handle matters I had been avoiding for quite some time.

Your challenge: Find an activity that will both physically and mentally challenge you. Follow through!

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One Response to “Triathlon beneficial to business mindset”
  1. James Greenwood says:

    Hey Katie –

    James Greenwood here from Mypypeline.com

    Well done on completing your first Triathlon – welcome to the Family.

    What is your next challenge? Another Triathlon?

    I am an Exercise Scientist, Training coach and Triathlon coach, and would love you have a look at our site – I am positive it will be of great assistance to you when you start training for your next event.

    Check out http://www.mypypeline.com – be sure to get a FREE video download (see the homepage), check out our training programs and go to my page – Search James and Triathlon form more.

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    I look forward to seeing you on our site.

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