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sportyogalady · 6 years

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“Because one believes in oneself, one doesn't try to convince others. Because one is content with oneself, one doesn't need others' approval. Because one accepts oneself, the whole world accepts him or her.” ― Lao Tzu The final pose for our challenge #strengththruasana is any #inversion 🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️ I went with a simple #handstand that I actually held for like 2.2 seconds, which for me is pretty darn good💪 I’ve been doing and teaching #yoga for many years and I actually never did inversions, at all, ever. And then I started working with a group of young athletes that wanted to do them and I had to teach them and in doing so, I became an #inversionaddict who really is on a #questforthepress . It’s not always pretty or perfect but it’s #myyogapractice. Thanks you to our hosts and sponsors . . . . . . . . . . we need to for #agility #pliability and #power 👍 #igyogachallenge #movementpatterns . . . . #sportyoga #igfitness #activerecovery #inversionaddict #amateurathlete #athletes #stretchandstrengthen 💪Find my #10minutesaday workouts on @goburnalong #coreworkout #workoutathome #10minutechallenge #septemberyogachallenge #myyogapractice #fitover50 #practiceandalliscoming #yogaeverydamnday #yogafit #igyogagirl #bbgprogress #getstronger https://www.instagram.com/p/BnPvtaWAYm_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=7z6nsxjpx4ko

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amateurathletes · 3 years

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perfectlycrazywriting · 5 years

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The All Conquering Triathlete

Siddhant Chauhan, 36 yrs, working as Deputy General Manager - Corporate Communications and CSR with Nissan Motors India. He is also an Ironman Certified Triathlon Coach (completed last year) and Assistant Coach with Yoska under Deepak Raj. He recently completed the Cetlman – Extreme Scottish Triathlon is considered to be one of the toughest triathlons in the world which have seen only 1200 participants from across the world since its inception in 2012.

Triathlons completed so far Ironman 70.3 Bintan 2016, Ironman Nice 2017. Super Randonneour for the 2016-17 season.

Being a triathlete isn't a decision that many people make, how did you decide to become one?

You are right. It wasn’t an overnight decision. I got introduced to the concept of triathlon at a time when I wasn’t pursuing any of the three disciplines required. On the contrary, my lifestyle was quite sedentary. I hated long distance running and when you stack it towards the end of a triathlon, it was definitely not the most attractive proposition. So I first began by getting comfortable with running and eventually cycling. And one thing led to the other.

At what stage of your journey are you as a triathlete?

In 2014 when I was working for Reckitt Benckiser India, then CEO Nitish Kapoor threw a challenge of running a half marathon and raising funds for our charity partner. I guess once I was able to successfully finish a half marathon, it gave me a confidence that I can take a shot at doing a triathlon. However, it was a step by step process and as you rightly said, it did not happen overnight.

What is your advice to anyone who wants to take up an endurance sport?

I am an amateur in endurance events, but with whatever limited experience I have, my advice will be:

Have a goal and chalk out a roadmap to achieve that

Invest in a good coach for a structured training

Building mental toughness is as important as physical endurance

Focus on nutrition and recovery

And of course, compete with yourself first to become better at it

It takes a lot of mental strength to reach the finish line, how do you motivate yourself to keep going?

Absolutely! With a regular job and family, it is tough to dedicate hours towards training day after day. It is fairly easy to get off the track, but you need to keep reminding yourself why you are doing this. It has to be for your own self instead of any other ulterior motive. You practice this through your training blocks and on race day, you give your 100%.

The day before the big race, how do you prepare yourself?

It is not just about the day before your race, one has to get into the mould through the week building up to race day. I run the simulation of this build up during my training blocks and it has helped me. On the day before, I try to keep myself as relaxed as I possibly can and get a good sleep. I keep a close watch on what I eat and it is an important part of feeling good on the race day. On the lighter note, the intensity of the peak week can often make the race day feel like a cakewalk.

Earlier this year you conquered the Celtman, how was the experience?

Once in a lifetime experience – the intensity of this extreme triathlon cannot be comprehended by the race video or report. The course is tough and the weather is harsh.

To give you a quick view of what it entails:

SWIM - 3.4K in cold (11 degrees), deep and jellyfish infested Atlantic waters

BIKE - 202K through cold, rain and winds through Scottish Highland roads

RUN - 42K over the Beinn Eighe mountain range (trail)

From swimming in 11 degrees lake infested with jellyfish and riding in rain and cold winds to running across a brutal trail, there is no one part of the race which is easier than the other. It was quite a challenge for me as I trained for the event in conditions which were exactly opposite to what the race offered.

Watch a short video of the race - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaniAKBzoRg

Do you follow a specific or special diet and nutrition plan?

Yes, I follow certain guidelines for my diet during training. And of course, nutrition I believe is the 4thpillar of triathlon – extremely important to fuel your body right to take you through the gruelling day in the field

Do you have a particular race that is at the top of your wish list?

Yes, Norseman and Swissman extreme triathlons are on my wishlist.

Who is your role model who inspires you to keep aiming higher?

If you look around, there are enough and more role models who inspire you to keep moving despite challenges in life. But if you ask me for one, it has always been Michael Jordan since my childhood days. But particularly in the sport of triathlon, there are so many pros who perform at unimaginable levels and it is always inspiring.

What is next on your agenda of races?

For 2019, my focus is to improve my timing for a full marathon, aim for the races in my wish list and aim for ITT nationals.

You can follow Siddhant's journey on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/siddhantchauhan/

Originally appeared on Finisher Magazine (https://finishermag.com/all-conquering-triathlete/)

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amonthedon · 6 years

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🏹Motiv8🏹 . My First Match ever I burned out my left forearm to complete this bow & arrow choke 😂. Less strength more technique📝this is why we stay in the lab🤙🏾🔬 . 📸 Wakanda feeling moment captured by the man himself @_theycallmebeans 📸 . #brazilianjiujitsu #ufcgym #ufcgymbjj #grapplingindustries #whitebeltproblems #whitebeltstruggles #bjj #jiujitsu #bjjnyc #amateurathlete #traindifferent #oss #giseason #ballisstilllife

#ufcgymbjj #bjjnyc #whitebeltproblems #traindifferent #whitebeltstruggles #brazilianjiujitsu #ufcgym #ballisstilllife #giseason #jiujitsu #amateurathlete #grapplingindustries #bjj #oss

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nickburchell · 6 years

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Checking swim time - Chattanooga triathlon. * * * * #triathlete #swimmer #stripes #fitbit #atlantaphotographer #agedoesntmatter #seniorathlete #seniorfitness #checkingtime #sportsphotographer #amateursports #femaletriathlete #swimcap #riverswim #chattanoogatriathlon #triathletemagazine #triathlontime #amateurathlete #keepingfit #splittime #keepmoving (at Chattanooga, Tennessee)

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thenaturaleye · 7 years

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Flying over the finish line. #trackandfield #amateurathlete #amateursports

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athleticeatery · 7 years

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Warm Up, Then Stretch! (Timothy Miller @usnews) Many amateurs assume it’s best to stretch before you run or take part in any type of exercise. Actually, it’s better if you warm up first. Jogging at a slow pace or spending a few minutes on an exercise bike will increase blood flow to the muscles and allow you to get more out of your stretch. Also, remember to build that extra time into your workout routine. If you plan to run on the treadmill for 20 minutes, set aside 35 to 40 minutes in all. Spend five minutes or so warming up, 5 to 10 minutes stretching and then begin your workout. Stretching after you train is more important than before . How many times have you finished a rigorous workout, then plopped down on a chair to catch your breath before calling it a day? Most of us have done it, but it’s important to remember that just because your workout is over, doesn’t mean you’re finished. Remember, it is just as important, if not more so, to stretch after you exercise. Stretching while the muscles are already loose from a workout will help you recover faster and prevent injuries. #stretching #athlete #sports #muscle #tendons#warmup #jogging #treadmill#gym #exercise #workout #fitfam #amateurathlete #semipro #preworkout #postworkout #dynamicwarmup #athleticpreperation #athleticeatery #toronto #torontolife #physicalculture #strengthtraining #athleticconditoning #motivation #healthylifestyle #healthyexerciseworld (at Planet Earth)

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letlivex3 · 6 years

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#Tworunchump SO stoked to be allowed to get back on the hill even if it’s for two laps. Feeling unbelievably blessed with the opportunity to even have this surgery done, and beyond thankful for all the love and support from everyone including @amateurathlete @coffeesurfco @shred.queens @thumbsupbirds More riding and progress to come! It only goes up from here🤙🏼🐢 🎥:@deadrabbits_foley & @brandonplourd #Guccigangordie #skitheeast #backtobasics #thegrind #recovery #GetDownRiseUp #reconstructivesurgery #BurtonGirls #newfeetwhodis #girlsinsnowboarding

#burtongirls #newfeetwhodis #backtobasics #recovery #guccigangordie #girlsinsnowboarding #tworunchump #thegrind #skitheeast #reconstructivesurgery #getdownriseup

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nikkholai · 6 years

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Played a full round today and finished with +17 so not too shabby. Had way less double bogies. #discgolf #innova #dynamicdiscs #westsidediscs #fadecrunchbox #midrangediscgame #banginchains #growthesport #amateurathlete #pleaseplaythrough #imgoingtobehereaminute #puttingpracticepaidoff #practicemakesconsistency #arthurfist #stickergame (at Radcliff City Park)

#arthurfist #midrangediscgame #amateurathlete #banginchains #stickergame #westsidediscs #fadecrunchbox #dynamicdiscs #imgoingtobehereaminute #puttingpracticepaidoff #practicemakesconsistency #growthesport #discgolf #pleaseplaythrough #innova

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sportyogalady · 6 years

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🌸Holding on yet letting go. 💐The Yin and the Yang. 🌺🌺Trusting yourself and trusting the process. 🌻Single leg balancing and maintaining your self in your space💐 It hurts so good🌼 🌹Life 💐Today’s pose for #findbalancelegs #igyogachallenge is#extendedhandtobigtoepose #legday Hosted by: @suryakash.yoga 🌸 @shaynarooney 🌸 @thebostondeeeparty 🌸 @_carlyoga 🌸 @syoghina 🌸 @pamela_harris_yoga_ And 🌷 Sponsored by🌷 🎁 @yogaposses . . . . . . . . . . . . #iloveyogachallenges #sportyoga #inversionsmakeyouhot #inversionaddict #igfitness #activerecovery #amateurathlete #athletes #stretchandstrengthen 💪Find my #10minutesaday workouts on @goburnalong #coreworkout #workoutathome #10minutechallenge #mayyogachallenge #myyogapractice #fitover50 #practiceandalliscoming #yogaeverydamnday #yogafit #igyogagirl #menopauseproblems #bbgprogress #getstronger (at Wareham, Massachusetts)

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amateurathletes · 3 years

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NEW U/18 SA RECORD FOR ACADEMY ATHLETE. Zonica Lindeque (17) made history today when she broke the girls u/18 SA shot put record of 17.69m held by fellow Academy athlete, Dane Roets! #athlete #DaneRoets #Lindeque #IAAF #ZonicaLindeque #AmateurAthlete #AthletesFirst

#amateurathletes #athletes #atheletics #athleticssouthafrica #bestathletes

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amonthedon · 6 years

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📝E L B O W S 📌I N 📝 . 📸Semi Fundamental Moment captures by the man himself @_theycallmebeans📸 . #ufcgym #ufcgymbjj #throwbackthursday #tbt #whitebeltproblems #nogi #noproblem #amateurathlete #bjj #brazilianjiujitsu #jiujitsu #giseason #oss #whitebeltstruggles #ballisstilllife #grapplingindustries

#amateurathlete #ufcgym #whitebeltstruggles #brazilianjiujitsu #bjj #tbt #jiujitsu #oss #noproblem #grapplingindustries #whitebeltproblems #nogi #giseason #ufcgymbjj #ballisstilllife #throwbackthursday

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athleticeatery · 6 years

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Why You Should Never Stop Fighting by : Beth Poynter @theodysseyonline Everyday you struggle to find something about yourself that you wish wasn’t there or you wish you didn’t need to see. You tell yourself you will go to the gym and get to that goal weight that you’ve been thinking about since you judged yourself in the mirror. We eat something we know isn’t good for us but hey, it tastes good. We might go a little too crazy at that party and do things that people will remember you for that you don't remember yourself, it’s an image you know you don’t deserve. Everyday you fight your battles that have been there for days, maybe for some even months. You fight that temptation to want to bring harm to yourself or others with words of hate. It is a constant battle. Of all the depressing things that have been said, what have you overcome? Have you been the parent that’s gotten on their feet and excelled in their job even when everyone told you it was too hard? Have you been the student to reach your highest grades because you worked and didn’t quit? Whatever put you through your pain and whatever is currently putting you through your pain, you are a problem that is bound to be fixed, a constant revision. You start learning from past mistakes that made you look at yourself as a problem. Going from 8th grade to high school you learn what its like to dive into the world of responsibly and preparing for every college you apply to, to judge you in everything you do, you’re their problem. No matter where you go and who you do it with, you are a problem that is bound to be fixed. You are a constant and never ending revision, in a world that will never stop changing, and you along with it. Never stop fighting your problem because you will outgrow, reminisce, and smile. #fight #fightthepain #fightyourfight #fighterspirit #fighter #fighting #boxing #boxingtraining #innerfight #gym #fitnessmafia #fitness #fitfam #sportsperfomance #athleticeatery #theapcomplex #toronto #torontofitfam #mentalhealth #survivalism #problemsolving #dontgiveup #warriorlife #athlete #sports #proathlete #studentathlete #amateurathlete #nutrition #personalproblems (at Toronto, Ontario)

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letlivex3 · 7 years

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The happy dance after taking first place @boltonvalley in the slopestyle comp yesterday! Such a fun night sesh with a great crew💃🏼🔥💯 can't wait for the finals😛 #skitheeast #ridingisthereason #truetothis @amateurathlete @arborsnowboards (at Bolton Valley Parks)

#skitheeast #truetothis #ridingisthereason

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nikkholai · 6 years

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Played a full round of 18 holes today at the Iroquois Disc Golf Course. Finished +22 so not bad in my opinion. Missed so many shots that would have been birdie or par. Used the course to practice if my disk landed in a tough spot. Just noted which disc I threw first and all the rest didn't count. But it helps to get the reps in. #discgolf #innova #dynamicdiscs #westsidediscs #fadecrunchbox #midrangediscgame #banginchains #growthesport #amateurathlete #iroquoisdiscgolf #goahead #pleaseplaythrough #imgoingtobehereaminute #practicemakesconsistent #needapracticebasket (at Iroquois Amphitheater)

#banginchains #amateurathlete #iroquoisdiscgolf #needapracticebasket #growthesport #pleaseplaythrough #discgolf #fadecrunchbox #goahead #practicemakesconsistent #imgoingtobehereaminute #westsidediscs #dynamicdiscs #innova #midrangediscgame

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sportyogalady · 6 years

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And for just one second she gets liftoff! #practiceandalliscoming Someone asked me how long I had been doing yoga? Years, since 1999 and I’ve been a certified #sportyoga #coach and #cscs #since 2005. 💪My job has been to teach #athletes #warmups that work the #movementpatterns that we use on the field. To make you #runfaster #performbetter #recoverquickly #inversions and #armbalances were thrown in at the end as a #challengepose 🙏Now, I’ve become an #inversionaddict and I participate in these #igyogachallenges so I can rationalize the time I spend mastering them 🤣🤣#yogisilhouettes #epk2 #liftothersup oh and now all my athletes are doing this as part of their #strengthandconditioning protocol! #getfitathome This #yogaeverydamnday #yogachallenge is hosted by @beahappyamy @amyyogamomof3 @aimeemasch @earthmomjill and sponsored by @miamifitwear @gomacro @zendybag @grippysox . . . . . . . #iloveyogachallenges #igyogachallenge #igfitness #activerecovery #amateurathlete #athletes #stretchandstrengthen 💪Find my #10minutesaday #workouts on @goburnalong

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