4) Movie: The Terminator
Line: "I'll be back."
Most times you are not 100 percent content with your race results. We get that: you are a perfectionist, and you've established some really high goals. That said, when your "A" race is done for the season, we are gratified—actually exuberant—to have you back in our lives, to indulge in activities that won't unravel your training because, well, you won't be training any more.
Or so we think.
Right about the time we're convinced you have gotten triathlon "out of your system" we walk into your office and see you signing up for NEXT year's race on your PC. Arnold would be proud.
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5) Movie: Star Wars
Line: "May the Force Be With You."
It's 4 a.m. the morning of your event and you are up, eating, stretching, checking over everything, and getting your head in the game. We are rousing ourselves and getting nervous, too. After all, we have gotten more than a little emotionally involved in your triathlon success and can't wait to see you fulfill your dream. We want you to blow away your goals. Our hearts are bursting with pride and we are moved by your determination. Under our breath, as you jump into the madness of the swim start, we mutter this classic movie line as all the frustrations of the training season fade away. And we can't wait to see your strong, safe and joyous sprint cross the finish line!
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