{"id":14094,"date":"2024-01-24T12:11:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T12:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coaching.thimpress.com\/life-coaching\/?page_id=14094"},"modified":"2025-11-01T15:50:57","modified_gmt":"2025-11-01T15:50:57","slug":"mystory","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/happyinthehills.com\/zentriathlete\/mystory\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome To My Story"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Who Is Zentriathlete? <\/h1>

\u201cThe beauty of triathlon and a reasonable self-scrutiny journey is that it can be done in a variety of places, by people of all abilities, at distances both short and long. Now, Let\u2019s Play Triathlon!\u201d <\/B><\/h5><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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My Story<\/h2>

Hi, I\u2019m Shane\u2014also known as zentriathlete.\nI live in the stunning Cache Valley, a hidden gem nestled in northern Utah. At 51 years young, I proudly say: \u201cI play triathlon.\u201d I work remotely, which gives me the gift of time with my amazing nuclear family.\nMy journey in Cache Valley began in 1992 when I came here for school. My wife followed a decade later, and we tied the knot in 2004. After a brief adventure away from Utah in 2008\u20132009, we returned in 2010 and have since made this valley our home.\nSince then, we\u2019ve owned two homes, welcomed three more incredible kids, adopted a small menagerie of animals, and embraced a life of wanderlust. Our \u201ccircle of chaos\u201d keeps us grounded and whimsical as we navigate life\u2019s twists and turns.\nI\u2019m not lost\u2014I arrive precisely when I mean to, wherever I happen to be - wandering and seeking along the way!<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Introduces the Zentriathlete concept\u2014where endurance sports meet neurodiversity, mindset, and family life. It\u2019s a mix of awe, wonder, and grounded self-scrutiny, with themes like recovery, nutrition, and emotional regulation woven in.\n

\nPersonal Reflections (My Story): <\/B>\n
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A deeper dive into my background, intentions, and how triathlon serves as both a hobby and a mirror for personal growth. Includes race reflections, training goals, and life intersections.\n

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Categorized entries ranging from mindset musings to training updates and family insights. Some posts are tagged with personal notes, but I aim to keep the tone neutral and exploratory.\nI\u2019m not here to preach or perform\u2014just to share the imperfect wanderings of a curious mind trying to make sense of the chaos.\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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It\u2019s a journey marked by failures and frustrations\u2014but those moments were how I purchased wisdom and the lessons learned I carry today. I grew up playing sports, especially baseball and soccer, and those early experiences laid the foundation for where life would eventually lead me.\n

\nInjuries and unexpected plot twists nudged me toward snow sports, which became a grounding force through college, a faith-based service mission, and the dotcom rollercoaster (including a couple of spectacular flops). Eventually, I was nudged to finish my studies\u2014and that\u2019s when I stumbled into the greatest chapter yet: meeting the love of my life.\n

\nThat story now includes four vibrant, delightfully feral kiddos, a wild cross-country move, and years of navigating secondary infertility. Through it all, life has been grand.\n

\nI\u2019ve learned to let go of the transactional mindset\u2014the idea that happiness is earned through performative effort or compulsory means. Instead, our family seeks to intersect with joy wherever it shows up. That recipe has brought us here, and we hope it keeps guiding us forward.\nMy journey here began in 1992 when I arrived to attend school. My wife followed a decade later, around 2002, and we tied the knot in 2004. We ventured away from Utah in 2008\u20132009, only to return in 2010, drawn back by the valley\u2019s quiet magic.

\n\nSince then, we\u2019ve planted roots\u2014owning two homes, welcoming three more children, and expanding our family to include a lively menagerie of animals. We embrace our wanderlust, adventuring together as a whimsical, chaotic crew that somehow always finds its way.

\n\nI\u2019m not lost\u2014never have been. I arrive precisely when I mean to, and wherever I am, that\u2019s exactly where I\u2019m meant to be, often exploring all the alternative routes!\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\nWhat I\u2019ve discovered is that writing blog and journal posts has become a powerful tool for my professional development. It gives me space to reflect on my training\u2014serving as a mirror for my aspirations, setbacks, and achievements.

\n\nOver time, it\u2019s grown into something deeper. These reflections offer a rearview mirror into my journey, and I often find myself overwhelmed with gratitude for the growth and resilience I\u2019ve experienced.

\n\nI try to keep my posts centered around triathlon, mindset, training, and family. But life has a way of weaving in its own intersections\u2014moments of joy, defeat, and unexpected detours that sometimes lead to more personal rabbit holes.

\n\nIn the end, it\u2019s cathartic. A way to shake it off, let it go, and remind myself: get back at it tomorrow.\nA question changed to a declarative structured statement often yields different and more favorable responses.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\nThis space is, first and foremost, for me\u2014a place to stay focused, honest, and grounded in authenticity. Writing here helps me reflect, recalibrate, and stay real.\n

\nIf you\u2019ve found your way here, I\u2019m glad you did. Feel free to leave a comment or share your thoughts\u2014while this blog is a personal journey, my hope is that something in these musings might resonate with you too.\n

\nMaybe, just maybe, the wins, the stumbles, and everything in between can offer a bit of insight or encouragement for your own path.\n

\nThanks for stopping by.
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