May 2008 Athlete Profile- Keith Lipsitz

Athlete Of The Month Profile

1. Athlete Of The Month Profile

   1. Name Keith Lipsitz 
   2. How long have you been training for and racing in triathlon? 4 years.
   3. Twizzlers, Snickers or Reeses? No Doubt Reeses.
   4. What is your favorite aspect of the sport? I like the idea of trying to improve myself both mentally and physically. Triathlon for me is about self discipline. Working hard at bettering your self its not about competeing with others although its nice to post a good result i always strive to push myself a little harder.
   5. What do you consider your biggest athletic achievement? Last year as a whole 2 half irons and NYC marathon. I always wonder if i could finish a marathon and i did.
   6. What are your big goals for 2008? Ironman louisville and surviving the heat it’s my first iron distance and i am a little apprehensive to say the least.
   7. What’s your favorite meal? Ny strip steak fries and heiniken.
   8. What’s your favorite movie?  Raiders Of The Lost Ark.
   9. Any other hobbies? Watching Kung Fu Movies.
   10. Where is the best place you have visited? South Africa Lived There As A Child.
   11. If you could visit one place this year, where would it be?  Kona i would love to see the race in person.
   12. What’s your favorite workout? Long Swim Then A Good Hill Workout On The Bike Anything Not To Run.
   13. Tell us about the craziest workout you have done: A Nice 2.5 Hr Brick Folllow By A 1hr Crossfit Workout (Check Out crossfit.com for some crazy workouts).
   14. Who’s your inspiration? My Training Partner Joe K Who Went From 315lbs And A Pack A Day To Running A 3:30 Marathons And Finishing Ironman Louisville Last Year He Always Encouraging Anyone And Everyone To Get Up And Do Something To Better Themselves.        
   15. If you could train with one person for a day, who would it be? Carl Lewis maybe he could give me a few tips on how to run a little faster.
   16. What three things would you bring with you if you were to be dropped on a deserted Island (not counting family)?  Googles, Iphone, Water Purification System.
   17. Recommend a book for us: SHOGUN.
   18. Name a song that gets you fired up to race or train: Welcome To The Jungle.
   19. Any other words of wisdom? The Only Difference Between Impossible And Possible Is In Ones Determination.
   20. Michelob Ultra or Guinness?   Guinness!!!
    

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