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In 2009 I discovered triathlon. Somewhere along the way, what started out as a personal challenge turned into a passion. This sport and the people I've met along the way have helped me in ways I never would have imagined. Physically, mentally, and spiritually.

In 2010 an effort was made to pass along those blessings. On the way to Ironman Florida, with your help, we raised over $10,000 for Wears Valley Ranch. This year, Tri4Him-Houston is putting together a collective effort to raise money for Emma's Hugs. By sharing "random acts of kindness" in the Texas Medical Center, Emma's Hugs is helping others in need and memorializing their child who lost her battler with Batten Disease just last year. To find out more or make a contribution just click on the link. With donations, please note "Tri4Him" in the comment section so we can track our progress and keep you posted.


This year's big race is the inaugural Ironman Texas, 5/21/2011, here in The Woodlands. It's my first race of 2011 and I'm excited for the chance to tackle an Ironman right here in our own back yard. I hope that 2011 will be an even bigger year as we continue to use this sport we love to serve something much bigger than us.

As usual, I'll be posting updates, training schedules, race reports, etc. I'd love for you to come along for the ride.

Tobey

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Success at Gateway




What a great weekend! The first area triathlon festival was down in Kemah this past weekend. "Gateway to the Bay" took place Saturday and Sunday. I did the swim-leg on a relay team Sunday, but the real stories happened Saturday. First was Chad (my older brother) finishing his first race and looking strong. Some of you know his story already. After watching me race and following along last year, he decided to make some big life changes. He began training last August, and in the process, found something he enjoys doing and lost over 40 pounds...FOUR-ZERO. That's him pictured on the left after crossing the finish line. It's not easy to make that sort of decision, even harder to follow through. He's looking better, feeling better, and has really embraced a new lifestyle. Awesome. I'm proud of what he's accomplished and have enjoyed mentoring him along the way.
You may recognize the face on the right from previous posts. That's our old friend Joe. He's been feeling better after our road trip and after a brief layoff he got back to training. He also finished the sprint triathlon on Saturday, officially back from months out of the sport due to his injuries.
Two great stories to start 2010. Motivating for sure. My next race is down in Galveston, 4/25/2010. That's two weeks away. For those of you who've generously contributed to my cause for this year, thank you. And for those who haven't yet...now's you chance. I hope you'll consider chipping in. Just click the first giving link to your right.
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