Yup- WE, yes all three of us, and a few others, completed our second 1/2 Marathon! I am crazy, I know. Why would someone do that you say? Well, It is such a gratifying experience. The sense of accomplishment is AMAZING. I literally start crying at mile 13 and don't stop till after I cross the finish line and collect all my goodies (bananas, water, apple...you know, stuff to put in my body so I don't pass out!).
Now, I am not crying because of pain, I am crying because I made it. Me, Denice, a 34 year old, over weight mom of 2...I DID IT! That's why I am crying.
(The Crew Before the Race)
(That's me between the arrows)
I AM:
- Amazed that I trained for this
- Amazed that I had the mental power to keep going after mile 8
- Amazed that I have completed something many people never dream of doing
- Amazed that I did not pass out (or barf)
- Amazed that I did not injure myself
- Amazed that I have the strength to carry myself 13.1 miles
(my Sister and I)
Yup...I did it! You can too!
(After completing 13.1 MILES)
*hugs*Denice
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5 comments:
I am so proud of you, maybe next race I will give it a try :)
Congrats, Denice! You are such an inspiration :) I literally got goosebumps as I read the first few paragraphs. you.are.awesome.
What tips would you give to non-runners who are afraid to get out and even run 5 minutes? Is there a training technique to help one start the process.
Thanks for posting!!
Thanks ladies! It was tough but some has to do it right?!
@Leeann- I will do a post on the training =) YOU CAN DO IT!!
This IS an impressive accomplishment. You all should be super proud of yourselves.
You are awesome!
I want to try a 1/2 marathon. I'm soooo not in shape though. Plus the entry fee is a bit high. It looks totally worth it though!
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