Name: Cindy Sierzputowski
Nickname: Ski
Born: January 21, 1965, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Residence: Sault Ste Marie
St. Joseph Island Triathlon Events Participated in:
I have competed in the Sprint triathlon for the last two years.
Favourite, most memorable Triathlon moment:
My favourite or most memorable moment would be completing my first triathlon at St Joseph Island in 2007 and landing on the podium with a 3rd place age group medal. I shared the podium with a friend of mine who placed 1st. This remains to be one of my favourite pictures. Last year I was the recipient of the 1st place age group, however, I don’t think I will be able to ever beat the thrill of that FIRST event. But it is this moment that fuels my continued passion for Triathlon.
Favourite leg in the triathlon:
My favourite leg is the bike, as this is my strongest of the three disciplines. This is where I feel the most competitive. I am a mid pack swimmer so it gives me great pleasure to pass the early finishers from the water. To me this is where my race begins!
Occupation:
I am a Registered Nurse working in critical care. I take care of many people who have not taken care of themselves. It is here where I get a lot of my motivation from.
Bravest moment:
My bravest moment was last year at the Interlochen Triathlon, being that I am new to swimming and self taught. Last year I took front row in the heat. There was a fairly large field and I took the front row, knowing I was going to get pummelled in the water. That truly got me over my fear and into a mid pack finish. Last year the uncharacteristic rough water of the Island Tri did not leave with any doubt or fear. Mission accomplished: confidence in the water. Soon I will work on technique and improve my swimming leg.
Hope to Inspire . . .
I wish to inspire the mortals…the ones who feel they can’t. It is so gratifying and rewarding. I enjoy sharing my journey and invite others to come along. It is a positive place to bring your being and energy. Sharing this journey with others is only good.
Motivation:
I am diabetic. Most people don’t realize this is a vascular disease. To combat or delay the complications of Diabetes, I require optimal control. This is also important in improving insulin resistance. The key to this is exercise. I would prefer to avoid or at least prevent the complications of heart, renal, retinopathy, and peripheral vascular disease. Everyone is motivated by different things. It is a matter of finding what ticks for you. I would like to help others find that so that they may enjoy this journey as well.
