10/12/2026
With the Kona Ironman Triathalon World Championship taking place this past weekend, I've been thinking back to my own Kona experience in 2022. I qualified for Kona at Ironman Des Moines in June of that year. Qualifying was a huge goal and something I had worked toward for a long time. What I didn't realize was that qualifying was only half the battle. The toughest part was knowing I had just four months until Kona and needed to keep training at a high level after already completing an Ironman. Balancing work, family, and training wasn't easy. There were plenty of mornings when the alarm went off and I questioned my sanity. But every workout had a purpose. In October 2022, I made it to the starting line in Kona and eventually crossed the finish line in one of the most iconic endurance events in the world. Looking back, the biggest lesson wasn't about racing. It was about perseverance. Progress comes from showing up consistently, even when you're tired, busy, or would rather do something else. Whether it's training for an Ironman, growing a business, or pursuing any meaningful goal, dedication and commitment eventually pay off.
The Ironman motto says it best: Anything is Possible.