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I did it!

I completed the Ironman on the 12th of June and it was the most incredible experience of my life. The swim (3.8km) was okay, low chop built up, took in a lot of water but treated it like a warm up knowing what was ahead. The ride (180km) was across stunning coast lines, it had some decent hills, but the wind was a real challenge, gruelling grind for some of it feeling like you're going no where battling the wind. I just settled in knowing the task ahead and got through it (it was from Palm Cove to Port Douglas and back twice, and then from Palm Cove into Cairns). The run/marathon (42km) was exhilarating. The crowd along the main streets and bars where electric. It was like you where a celebrity with anyone and everyone seeing your name and screaming for you and cheering you on. The run was in laps and as you got out of the bar scene and big crowds it was a lot tougher with less of a cheer squad and I would crave getting back into the city for another boost of energy from the crowds. Plenty of laughs at the crazy antics. As the night went on and I got to the last 10ish km’s and the last lap the pain really set in. I couldn’t believe how well prepared I was to be able to enjoy it so much - and not limp/crawl through. I faced a few incidents/challenges through the day but after what I had over come to even get to the start, the new heart condition, injuries, on top of balancing the insane training load with the hours/pressures of my career and lack of sleep – nothing mattered anymore. I hit that red carpet to the finishers chute and the tears came. I have never experienced anything like it and the pride was unexplainable. It wasn’t until later that night I found out I finished in 13 hr 38min – 2 hours quicker then I planned/thought I would.
There are no words that will do the Ironman experience justice.
I am officially an Ironman and as the slogan goes ‘anything
is possible’!!
My Heart Journey to Ironman
I’ve taken on a challenge to ‘Do it for Heart’!
The goal is to complete a full distance Ironman (3.8km swim - 180km ride - 42km run)
With it being #heartweek2022 and recently discovering my own heart condition (story below), I wanted to use this opportunity to raise awareness that heart conditions can affect anyone.
My goal is to create awareness around Non-Obstructive Coronary Angina and with an aim to raise funds to support heart disease.
Please make a donation today. Every donation, big or small, will help me get closer to my goal.
All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Thank you for your support.
My Story:
Event Information
Sunday 12th JuneCairns Ironman
Thank you to my Sponsors

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Anonymous

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David Lidden
great job !!... very proud of you!!

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Laura Canning

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Lynn Canning
Go Laura! xoxo

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Ger
Hey, you may or may not remember me but this is an issue close to my heart (pun intended). Fascinating story, I hope you get to tick off that Ironman.

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Sarah Canning
You are such an inspiration to us all big sis, no matter how many set backs or things standing in your way you manage to push through. I’m so proud of you, sending you all of my energy and strength for Sunday whilst you push through another massive feat! Love you xxx

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Nathan
Go you good thing!!

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P. Pal
Get it Guuurl!

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Courts Lelay
Very inspirational Lau, I’m in awe of what you’ve overcome and achieved. I can’t wait to see what you’ll do next! Go girl!!

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Neill King

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Kerri Hansen
You’ve come so far and trained so hard for Carins Laura…. You’ll be AWESOME 🤩

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Chelsea

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Craig Simpson
Good luck Laura. I’ll be there cheering you guys on this year all the way to the end.

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Franny & Steve
Keep up all your hard work, you are amazing!

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Christine Morris
You go girl! Very worthy cause. Best of luck!!!

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Shayne, Katie, Philippa, Georgia & Abigail Berrell
All the very best this weekend Laura. Although we won't be there we will be cheering you on in spirit. We are so proud of your hard work and dedication x

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Alyce Kelly

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Paul Mckew
Go smash it LL! Best of luck!

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Gabby Copp
Amazing work lovely, you should be so proud of everything you’ve already achieved and overcome in training for IM. So excited for you to cross that finish line! Keep up the great work xx

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Von
You're amazing girl. All your hard work is so inspiring!

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Christine Rutgers
Good Luck Laura, An amazing effort to get here! All the very best. Chris

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Frankie
You've put in ALL the blood, sweat and tears through quite the rollercoaster of a year! Very best of luck for Sunday, here's to you absolutely crushing your fitness and fundraising / awareness goals 💪👏 xxx

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Cathy Sanders
You nailed it! What an inspiration!!

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Rebecca Purchase

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Anonymous
Great Job. Got my own heart issues that have required surgery and medication before 40. Keep pushing and remember you are not alone.

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Mat Smith

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Laura Talbott
Good luck Laura x

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Tayla L
Proud of you xx
Such a wonderful cause and fantastic achievement. Well done!