Tag: Monday Morning Motivation

8 September 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – Never stop trying

It is easy to get despondent when it seems like things are not going your way, but it is important to recognise that life is like that for everyone. It’s important to pick yourself up and never stop trying.Save  A single setback does not constitute overall failure. It should be viewed as a learning point that can be built on. What’s...

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1 September 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – What makes a triathlete?

The combination of powerful images, stirring music and emotive words in this video makes it really inspirational. I’ve told Stuart that when I’ve completed Challenge Weymouth 70.3, I’m expecting a montage that is just as powerful! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuRj20wPpyI?rel=0 What makes a triathlete? Strength Endurance Determination Speed Risks Limits Power Preparation Pride Perseverance Courage Persistence Dedication Attitude Glory There is no can’t,...

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25 August 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – stick or carrot?

What gets you up and running? Are you motivated by fear or rewards? We’ve all seen those ‘I run for cake/wine/beer/icecream’ headbands, but what really makes you go out and exercise? Surely the best motivation is the feeling you have when your workout is done?

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18 August 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – The marvellous Mimi Hughes

Mimi Hughes is an American long-distance swimmer who has crossed the Bering Strait and swum the length of many rivers, including the Tennessee, the Danube, the Drava and the Mura. Mimi was interviewed by GOTRIbal To get herself through her long-distance swims, Mimi relies on many motivational sayings, such as: When you decide to give yourself to a cause, you...

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18 August 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – how far can you go in two years?

Corrie Kristick has managed to go from being a novice triathlete to a professional in just two years: A Two Year Journey From Beginner to Professional Triathlete If you want to find out more about Corrie, she blogs here: https://www.swimgurutx.com/blog In this article: http://citycoach.org/achieving-personal-best-corrie-kristick/ she discusses how one moment changed her attitude to competition. She also has a healthy attitude towards...

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18 August 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – Scott Cutshall’s story

Scott Cutshall is one man who managed to turn his life around by cycling. Although cycling hasn’t helped me to lose weight, I do believe it has given me confidence. Read Scott’s story: I lost 320lbs riding a bike. Further reading about Scott Cutshall You can read another version of his story here: Large Fella on a Bike. Scott’s old...

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11 August 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – Do you have a motivation page?

Do you use any tips or tricks to help keep your motivation going? Maybe you have a motivation wall, or perhaps a medal display to remind you of your achievements. Some people create montages that help them to visualise where they want to be in the future. This motivation page is a template to help you set out your goals....

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4 August 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – How many times should you try before success?

Winners never quit and quitters never win. What is the last thing that you failed at? Are you going to try again?

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4 August 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – Ironman

Three minutes of inspiration, courtesy of Ironman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiDb–kwnmw?rel=0 What inspires you to get out and train?

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28 July 2014

Monday Morning Motivation – what are you doing to reach your goals?

What are your goals? How can you reach or surpass them?

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