Get Off the Fence: Why Now Is the Moment to Say “Yes”

We’ve all been there — staring at an opportunity and hovering right on the edge of commitment. Taking part in a race or event sounds exciting, inspiring, energizing… yet something holds us back. Maybe it’s the fear of not being “ready.” Maybe it’s the question of whether life is too busy. Or maybe it’s simply that familiar voice that whispers, “Maybe next time.”

But here’s the truth: the growth you’re looking for doesn’t come from comfort. It comes from action — from saying yes, even when you’re unsure.

Growth begins with a single decision

Whether you’re an experienced athlete or someone simply curious about what’s possible, signing up for a race is more than a registration form. It’s a declaration. A decision to challenge yourself. A step toward becoming stronger, more resilient, and more confident.

When you stop waiting for the “perfect” moment and choose to start now, you set things in motion. Your mindset shifts. Your energy changes. You begin to move with intention.

You don’t need to feel ready to begin

Here’s a secret shared by everyone who has ever crossed a finish line: nobody feels fully ready at the start. Readiness is something you grow into. It’s something you build, step by step, through training, patience, and showing up.

If you’re waiting to be perfect before you begin, you’ll be waiting forever. But if you begin, even imperfectly, you’ll surprise yourself with what you can accomplish. Trust me on this one, Rocky Mountain AR was a half-baked idea when the domain launched!

Community lifts you higher

Taking part in a race is never just about the miles or the minutes — it’s about the community. The shared energy. The sense of belonging. The motivation you get simply from being surrounded by others who are striving, growing, and pushing their own limits.

When you sign up for an event, you’re not just stepping into a challenge; you’re joining a tribe.

Momentum creates confidence

The moment you commit to an event, everything becomes clearer. You have a direction. A purpose. Something to look forward to.

You train with intention.

You wake up with motivation.

You build consistency.

And consistency builds confidence.

Even before race day arrives, you’ll feel the positive shift.

Opportunities don’t wait — and neither should you

Life moves quickly. Days become weeks, weeks become months, and suddenly the chance you were curious about has passed. Opportunities rarely reappear in exactly the same form. And while there will always be another race, another event, another season… the version of you who is inspired right now deserves a chance to grow.

Rocky Mountain Adventure Racing just launched two new events — exciting, fresh opportunities full of potential.

But beyond any specific event, the invitation is the same: take the step.

Choose growth.

Say yes to yourself.

Your future self will thank you

Imagine yourself on event day, standing at the start line, buzzing with anticipation.

Imagine the finish, the joy, the pride, the sense of accomplishment. That moment doesn’t arrive by accident. It begins with the decision you make today.

So if you’ve been sitting on the fence, this is your sign.

Take the step.

Say yes.

Commit to something that will challenge, inspire, and elevate you.

Because once you stop hesitating and start moving forward, you open the door to everything you’re capable of.

See you on the start line.

~Chris