Misadventures in Running, Cycling, and Swimming: A Tale of DNFs and Triumphs

I've been an athlete for as long as I can remember. I grew up playing soccer, baseball, and basketball, and I continued to play sports throughout college. After college, I got into running, and I quickly discovered that I loved it. I loved the feeling of pushing myself, and I loved the sense of accomplishment I got from finishing a race.

Did Not Start: Misadventures in Running, Cycling and Swimming (DNF Series Book 3)

by George Mahood

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Language	:	English
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In 2016, I decided to take my running to the next level and I signed up for my first triathlon. I had never cycled or swum before, but I was confident that I could learn. I started training, and I quickly realized that I had a lot to learn.

My first triathlon was a disaster. I got a flat tire on the bike leg, and I had to walk the last few miles of the run. I was disappointed, but I was also determined to learn from my mistakes.

I continued to train, and I eventually finished my first triathlon. It wasn't a great time, but I was proud of myself for finishing. I've since gone on to finish several more triathlons, and I've even competed in a few ultra-marathons.

Along the way, I've had my share of misadventures. I've gotten lost on the bike leg, I've had to stop to change a flat tire, and I've even been stung by a jellyfish. But I've also had some amazing experiences. I've raced in some of the most beautiful places in the world, and I've met some amazing people.

I've learned a lot from my misadventures in running, cycling, and swimming. I've learned that it's okay to fail, and that it's important to learn from your mistakes. I've also learned that anything is possible if you set your mind to it.

If you're thinking about trying a triathlon, I encourage you to go for it. It's a challenging but rewarding experience. Just be prepared for a few misadventures along the way.

Here are a few of my favorite misadventures:

• The time I got lost on the bike leg of a triathlon. I was following the course map, but I somehow managed to get turned around. I rode for miles in the wrong direction, and I eventually had to stop and ask for directions. I finally found my way back to the course, but I lost a lot of time.
• The time I had to change a flat tire on the bike leg of a triathlon. I was riding along, feeling good, when I suddenly heard a pop. I looked down and saw that I had a flat tire. I pulled over to the side of the road and started to change the tire. I had never changed a tire before, and I was struggling. I finally got the tire changed, but I lost a lot of time.
• The time I was stung by a jellyfish during the swim leg of a triathlon. I was swimming along, feeling good, when I suddenly felt a sharp pain on my leg. I looked down and saw a jellyfish tentacle wrapped around my leg. I quickly pulled the tentacle off, but I was still in pain. I swam to the shore and got out of the water. I was able to finish the race, but my leg was sore for days.

Despite these misadventures, I still love triathlon. It's a challenging but rewarding sport, and I've had some amazing experiences. I've raced in some of the most beautiful places in the world, and I've met some amazing people. I've also learned a lot about myself, and I've become a stronger person because of it.

If you're thinking about trying a triathlon, I encourage you to go for it. It's a challenging but rewarding experience. Just be prepared for a few misadventures along the way.

Did Not Start: Misadventures in Running, Cycling and Swimming (DNF Series Book 3)

by George Mahood

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2162 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	112 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE