Although I’m not a triathlete, E3Tri treats me as one of their own. I’m their unofficial mascot. 
Aaron Whitley, Beth Whitley has been VERY supportive and encouraging of me throughout my ENTIRE running journey! In fact, they provided me with a wealth of information when I first got started. Even basic things like when Beth told me that I NEEDED to get shoes only for running AND then to not wear those shoes as dailies! 
I’ve been fortunate to be able to do some training runs and races with many fine athletes of this group… Elijah Whitley, Jeffery Miller, Scott Davis, Lisa Davis, Carissa Chambers Garland, Todd Weaver, Troy Greer, Danny McBride, Rachel Davis, Aaron Jensen, and Barbara Bogart (I think that’s everyone that I’m FB friends with) THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!!!
I participated in an Ironman Half Relay in Chattanooga. Aaron swam, Brent cycled, and I ran, and we won second place!
We’re all on different journeys, but it is so awesome having a localized group of people with a similar common goal of bettering ourselves.
E3Tri is a group that Exposes the sport in a fun, respectful, and courteous manner, Equips each other with the tools & knowledge necessary, and Encourages each other to be able to exceed one’s own expectations of themselves–often times beyond my wildest dreams.
As I stated in the beginning, I’m not a triathlete, but I’ve achieved distances and speeds I NEVER though were possible! It all started with walking, and then running that 3/10ths of a mile run on the beach. I remember showing Beth and Aaron my Fitbit screenshot and the encouragement to keep on with it. I kept on with it and never looked back.
As a thank you to E3, I made this video for them. I feel that it definitely delivers their message in a real and unscripted manner. I hope you enjoy it and hear what you might need to hear. 
Today starts a new year. You may have a New Year’s resolution to start today with something regarding becoming more healthy or fit… take it one day at a time and make small manageable steps. If there’s anything I can do to help you in your health and fitness journey, by all means, reach out to me. If you want to do a triathlon, contact E3Tri! Happy New Year!