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Leukemia and Lymphoma Society - Team in Training

This morning, I went and helped out, inspecting bikes, at the kick off ride for riders participating in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society - Team in Training Tahoe Century (100 mile bike ride).

Two years ago, I coached one of the century events, but haven't coached or participated in an event since.

So when I was asked, I was happy to help out.

I mainly did so, because the coach of the new Tahoe team, was one of my mentors, when I coached, and I felt obligated. Not that I wouldn't have helped out, if he hadn't been a mentor, but I haven't been asked to do so, since I participated as a coach.

My experience coaching, even though I had high expectations, did not pan out as I had hoped, but it had nothing to do with the participants. All the participants were great. I enjoyed working with them all, and even keep in touch with a few.

It was the politics, that went on between the team event facilitor and the co-coach (that was a mistake), that soured me on the experience, and I assume them on me.

Still I have nothing but great respect for all the participants, who are out there raising money for a great cause, and especially because, they are in essence, raising money for me, even though they may not know it.

So if you'd think you need some motivation to get in shape, or just to accomplish a task you have been considering doing, this is a great way to do it, and at the same time help a worth while cause. There are teams forming in all areas of the country, which can help you train for a 100 mile bike ride, triathalons of varying length, or a marathon/half marathon.

NOTE: I receive no monetary renumeration for promoting this organization or event. The only thing I receive from this, is the satisfaction, that I am helping others who are trying to help my wife and me, as well others with the same disease(s).

GO TEAM!!!!!
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