Happy Monday Spartans! Jean here to honor an inspiring hero from West Virginia – Mr. Alvarado.
While many raced this weekend, Alvarado’s journey especially stood out. He was terrified to run the Sprint and Super back-to-back, having never attempted it before.
At the start line, I sensed his fear. But I told him the fear just meant the journey ahead was meaningful. We grow through challenges.
I reminded him it’s not the dog in the fight but the fight in the dog. With determination, anything is possible.
Alvarado persevered through pain and finished both races at his own steady pace. Afterwards, we embraced and shed tears together, knowing the mental strength it required.
He inspires me because he never gave up despite fear. He stayed in the fight and unleashed the fight within. In the end, he earned an incredible double trifecta!
So to all of you out there this Monday, remember Alvarado’s journey. You are stronger than you know. It’s not what’s in you but what you unleash that makes you a Spartan.
Lean into your discomfort. Go further than seems possible. You have an inner well of grit waiting to be tapped.
Give all that you can. Be your very best. The fight in YOU can surmount any obstacle. Keep believing!
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This is Jean signing off. Now get out there and run like Alvarado!