Trials and Tribulations of Triathlon by Courtney Kutler

Crossing the finish line, I was overcome with joy, emotion, gratitude, and relief. It was more than the end of a race; it was proof that I am stronger than my fears. I push hard but race smart. I don’t give up! I am so grateful for the lessons I have learned through the trials and tribulations of this beautiful sport called triathlon. It is so much more than a sport to me; it is a representation of how I like to live my life. I wanted to set this example for my daughter that she will face hard obstacles in life. She will feel fear and anxiety. These are all normal and acceptable feelings and experiences. What truly makes you strong is your ability to find your focus, lean on others, stay the course, believe in yourself, and push further than you ever thought possible. Because in the end, we won’t remember the race results, but we will always remember how we became stronger throughout the process.