This weekend we had the honor of volunteering at the Obstacle Course Race World Championships. As I reflect on that epic event, I had a few thoughts to share.
The first wave of runners on Saturday were the elite men. I was excited to see them run by and to be able to encourage them along. The sheer mass some of these men had was impressive.
This guy here has been a friend of the family for years; I was sorting through wedding pics from 16 years ago and he was in a few. He looks a lot different today though, we’ve all grown up since then. While the guys were fun to watch, I really got motivated when the first wave of elite women came by.
It was such an honor to see and serve these beautiful, strong, and courageous women conquering the same course as their male counterparts. Siri was the first female to show up at our water stop and she went on to come in first place.
This gal was fierce and determined, when I grow up I want to be like her.
Of all the free water I’ve given out doing outreaches with church, this one just didn’t compare. These runners were thirsty and hungry. We gave away almost all of the food we had packed for ourselves throughout the day. It brought me joy to know that we were there when they needed us.
As the athletes finished and headed back to their cabins to get cleaned up we got to congratulate them.
These two, well you might know them better as American Ninja warriors! These gals have made history time and again, and this time we got to be a part of it.
So my question to you, does any of this stir something inside you? Do you want to be a part of something epic? If so, what can you do to begin that journey today?
Sounds like an amazing weekend. You look great in the pictures. Going to really think about your question and how I can begin the journey today. Take care.