An Explanation
The big question I always get, as soon as someone finds out that I've qualified for the World Championships is "does that mean you're going to the Olympics?". For now I usually answer "who knows, maybe someday" and move on but there is obviously some confusion about the level I'm competing at. So an explanation...
There are two levels of triathlon, age-group and elite. You can almost think of them as amateur and professional. Most age-group triathletes have a job and train in their spare time while elite triathletes training is their job (although there are exceptions to both). I qualified for the age-group World Championships so I'm a ways away from being elite or going to the Olympics. However, the men's 25-29 age category is probably the most competitive out there so while it may not be the elite level, it's not exactly a walk in the park.
For those who know other sports, here are some analogies for where I'm at:
Golf: I've qualified for the US Amateur. I'm not on the PGA Tour and I'm not expecting to make the match play portion but hey, I qualified.
Hockey: I'm playing in some European league or minor league like the ECHL (but not making any money).
Baseball: I'm playing single A ball in some small town in the midwest US.
Football: I'm on the practice roster of a CFL team and an injured starter away from getting in the line-up.
For another day, my response to: "so are you doing Ironman?"
Recent Tweets
- Just got a text from the Mondins saying they saw a full on double rainbow across the sky in karemeos. Can't stop laughing. #whatcoulditmean?
- Just saw my first back to school commercial. #noooooooooooooooo
- 4.1k am swim, pm track workout to test out new inhaler. Definitely worked to eliminate wheezing. Very hopeful after a rough month.
- What more can I say? RT @appletriathlon Come see some hot bodies ... and volunteer for the Apple Triathlon this year! http://ow.ly/2gNyg
- To the little 8 year old climbing Knox Mt. on his bike with his Dad: you were my inspiration for a smashing workout today. #onetoughkid
Calendar
Leading Edge
- LETC this week July 27, 2010Wednesday July 28: 6:30 PM its a bike-run combo session at U Hill Elementary school- park elsewhere and ride up there as parking is very limited. Remember to bring running shoes… See map AND BBQ at Dave and Irene’s place after the combo! Thursday July 29: 6:30 PM run@UBC meet at Pacific Spirit Park HQ. See map Saturday [...] […]
Martina Wan
- S4 Week 40 – Spontaneity … or not? July 25, 2010Home sweet home! 3 races in 3 weekends is tons of fun and I love racing, but it’s been nice taking a bit of a break and taking this week off and being in my own bed! So, the races were solid and lots were learned, but not exactly as I was hoping, however, given [...] […]
Engineered Athletes
- Weekend recap June 8, 2010Athletes I work with were racing all over BC this past weekend- a 10 km running race in White Rock BC and a half Iron triathlon in Oliver. All did exceptionally well for early season efforts, so way to go everyone! At the Sandcasle 10 k results and write up- 7 34:12.87 3:26 Facundo CHERNIKOFF 3M2529 [...] […]
Tri Thinking Pink
- All's square again July 28, 2010Pictures and posts are up for Saturday and Sunday so you'll want to scroll down to see what the non-ironman training portion of Team Pink has been up to.And here is Tuesday's photo:And today's (Wednesday): a guest at this morning's Fastlane Swim and Social Club morning meetingNow I can start stressing about tomorrow's photo... […]
Alive With Sport
- Yup, it’s true, I love what I do! June 30, 2010[…]
Tri’n Fool
- One week out July 24, 2010One week away from my A race for the season and I have a viciousthroat infection that's gone to my nose and ears.After four days of antibiotics I still feel like death warmed over,hopefully they kick in soon. Terribly frustrating not to be able totrain - I tried a 30 minute swim this morning and it knocked me flat.My race plan might go from a PR attempt […]
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