An almost Ironman & a Unicorn

The Reinvention Project

Fresh from the Ironman Australia (turned Duathlon) in Port Macquarie, Emma spills the tea her reaction to the swim being cancelled on the day of the event. She takes us on an emotional rollercoaster from that moment all the way through to the finish line, and the unexpected surprise that came her way soon after completing the event. Emma reflects on the importance of mindset, resilience, adaptability, support from friends (preferably dressed as Unicorns) and the lessons she learnt throughout her experience. You won't want to miss this episode!

Takeaways

• Quickly adapting your mindset when unexpected events occur is key
• Pushing ahead and staying the course can result in unexpected events!
• Support Crew play an important role - the louder the costumer, the better!
• Emotional resilience is key in endurance sports.
• Finding joy in the journey is as important as the destination.
• Preparation and adaptability are essential for success.
• Celebrating small victories can boost morale.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Ironman Journey
02:16 Mindset Shifts Before the Race
07:17 The Shock of the Swim Cancellation
10:10 Emotional Turmoil and Decision Making
16:25 The Bike Ride Experience
21:48 Conquering the Hills and Mental Challenges
24:34 Transition to the Run and Strategy
26:46 Navigating the Run Without Gels
30:47 Mental Resilience and Overcoming Challenges
33:35 The Unexpected Journey to Kona

Keywords
midlife, Ironman, mindset, resilience, duathlon, personal growth, triathlon, Kona, fitness, emotional journey
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