Here's to an exciting 2011!!

As 2010 comes to a close, it is a great time to reflect on your race and training season. What went well? What can I improve upon? Who can help me with these improvements?

Overall, Penticton and area triathletes, road and trail runners had a very strong and successful season both at a local and international level. This makes for an exciting 2011!

As well there were many tragic stories that have played out through 2009 and 2010. Thankfully some of these had happy endings. One cannot deny the excitement of watching Jordan Rapp return to racing at Ironman Arizona this November - amazing! Then on a local note we have the story of Professional Triathlete Janelle Morrison and her horrific accident in November 2010. The start line may now be set at her bedside, however, look out as her eyes are set to smash through that Ironman finish line and if anyone can do it, she can. Her story may be followed at www.janellemorrison.com and stay tuned for information on our "Spin for Janelle and KidSport" fundraiser to be held on January 15th, 2011 in Penticton BC. Information may be found at www.tricommitment.com, Facebook or by contacting Jenny Ayers or myself at jmspinathon@gmail.com. As triathletes and local athletes, we are surrounded by such an amazing array of individuals.

On this note I would like to thank some of those that helped me with some of my successes this year: Coach, Kevin Cutjar of Team Impact; Peach City Runners and Adventure Sports; the Bike Barn; Massage Therapist, Pierre Patenaude; Scott Tucker of Scott USA; Jaggad's Technical Development Team and my Superstar Ultraman Canada Crew of Tamsyn Hendricks, Michael Kascak, Sheena Miller and Joy Hollingdale. Not to forget all of my fantastic training partners, THANK YOU!

I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year to all!