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Still bummed, but determined.

My back is not getting any better. While I would love to run and hit it hardcore, I feel like it would be dangerous to do so until I have some answer to the severity of my injury. For now I’m staying focused by reading and researching. Tomorrow I have a date with the gym after work to try the stationary bike. 

Current read: Triathlon for the Every Woman by Meredith Atwood. So far fantastic. Super valuable information. My fiancé says she knows her stuff. Love it so far. 

Here’s the thing. I can sit back and let my injury consume me or I can keep working toward my goals in other ways. I refuse to give up. 
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