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In Sports, Who's a Beginner? Aren't We All?by Peter Shankman
Tri, tri again … Was reading the latest edition of Triathlete magazine on my way to the airport today. The entire issue is dedicated to beginners in the sport. I recommend picking up a copy if you've ever thought of tackling the multi-sport world in any fashion. Got me thinking though, about what a "beginner" really is. I've done several Triathlons, including the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, as well as the Nautica NYC Triathlon this past summer. And even though I know what to do, and how to do it, I still very much consider myself a "beginner." Lack of skill? Not at all. Lack of fortitude? Not in the slightest … but still a beginner. Why? I have no idea — because I'm still learning, maybe? Aren't we all? When does one really become a … I don't even know — what's the word for a non-beginner? Seasoned? Lovely. Like a steak, I've become. I don't know — I'm not a beginner in marathoning, with 13 under my belt. But what does that mean? I feel less like a beginner Marathoner than I do a beginner Triathlete. But still, I know that every year I can learn more. I can tell you though, that each time I compete, I try to get better — and maybe in that sense, we're all, from first-timers to pros, beginners. The rib is healing, slowly. It's hard as hell to watch all these races and know I can't compete for at least another month. It's also very easy to wallow in pity-land, and eat my way into a new zip code … so I'm trying to stay active. The guys at Bicycle Renaissance did a really nice tune up on my "banging around the city" bike, and I'm going to bring in my racing bike this week, as well. They're decent people over there. Congrats to everyone who ran the Manhattan Half this weekend. Gridiron Classic is coming up this Sunday — should be a fun one. Then … go Giants! (I'm not actually talking about football here – just interjecting a comment.) More soon!
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