Sunday, April 1, 2007
Goal: Drink at least 64 oz. of water each day this week.
I am so-o glad it did not rain Saturday so we could get our 4-mile walk in. It was easier than that first mile we did, so I know we are making big progress. I need to go by Fleet Feet and get a running bra so I will be ready at that 10-week mark. Hearing from the MM alumni was very inspirational. It is also good to know who to "go to" for more tips and advice on how to make it through in Chicago. The password for the day was DETERMINATION. And that is exactly what it will take to do this marathon. I have 3 people I will be doing this for: my oldest son, who has a chronic illness, my stepfather who has Alzheimer's and used to be an active, tough Marine, and my nephew who is 36 yrs. old and who recently had a mild heart attack and had 3 stents placed in his arteries. When I feel lazy or discouraged, I will think of how much they would love to be able to have the physical stamina to run a few miles, much less a marathon. I am blessed with good health, a strong mind, (sometimes) and this wonderful group of people to help see me through this humongous goal of the Chicago Marathon. Yes, I have that determination!
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Well said, my friend! Keep up the great attitude!
It's good to keep your motivation up. I saw a short video this weekend about this dad who had a son born who could not walk or talk since birth. When the son turned 15, he requested to his dad that he wanted to participate in a 5k. Since he couldn't run that meant his dad would have to run for him and push his wheelchair. Eventually over time they did triathalons and have done many many races. His dad had never been a runner before the first 5k. Moral of the story was: The dad was the body, and the son was the heart. It was awesome. And after seeing that, I thought, I should never complain again. I have functioning legs and a complete functioning body. No more reason to lag behind in training and make excuses!!!!
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