and that run was wimpy and short. I got lazy Monday morning (still sore and my little toe blister was still hobbling me), so I ran just over 2 miles Monday afternoon, cutting it short b/c of a meeting. I've then been out of town the past two days, just getting back this afternoon. As I plan a good run in the morning, I didn't run this afternoon (and I'm worn out).
I sat by a guy on the plane this afternoon who saw me reading about marathons in the Runner's Weekly (thanks Mark and Robin) and started talking. He's military, but has done many marathons and has just completed his first Ironman. He was a very cool guy, we talked the entire trip back from Charlotte. He said he typically runs a 3:30 marathon, but when I told him that mine would take a bit longer and that I run intervals, he was so kind and encouraging. Not one of those "will the real runners please stand up" sort of people. He said that was really the way to do it at first, and then work on time later on. It was really great to talk to someone who's been there, is a truly competitive athlete, and was so encouraging. After all he's done, he still talked about the excitement of the first one. It's something we'll all remember the rest of our lives.
We are ready for this. We've put in the time, the effort, and the mental battle already. Now it's just a matter of putting one foot in front of the other.
See you all SAturday for a very easy run.
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It's always so encouraging to hear other peoples experiences. We each have our own race, and you are right, WE ARE READY! Chicago here we come...The question is, is Chicago ready for us!? :-)
You still looked strong this morning- hope it was a good run-
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