Special Thanks

 Continuing on the last post, the final part involves thanking a few people who got me through this race.

 First and foremost, I want to thank my mother. She came at that super early hour ( 6 a.m. !) and it was cold. In spite of that she still came and cheered me on. She tries to come to all my athletic events. I may not say it enough, but believe me I really appreciate it.

 Body corrective specialist/Rolfer extraordinaire Ari Globerman gets a huge thanks from me. After my last stress fracture, he explained the importance of correct body alignment in all activities, as well as exercises to realign my body. His advice, as well as his magic touch really made a difference, and has brought me back to competition. Don't ever stop your healing dude, the world would be a far more painful place.

St. Lucie Ocean Rescue/ EMT Justin Baker gets a thanks from me for pushing me to enter. When I was wavering on whether to enter or not , whether my times would be good enough,etc. he pushed me , telling me I was copping out. Without that I may not have entered.

 Finally, I want to thank Edson and Fortune Santos of Crossfit St. Lucie West ,for teaching me how to run barefoot. Edson especially showed patience as I tried to "pick" and not "push" my feet. I really appreciate your showing me how to run injury free.

 Of course all those who cheered me ( you know who you are ), you folks have my gratitude . I won't forget you.