On April 7, 2010 at approximately 12:36 pm I registered for the Marine Corps Marathon. In Marathon World it is known that you must register early (as in the day registration opens) to get a spot in the marathon. So, I marked April 7, on my calendar and decided that IF I got in I would train for my first marathon. Well, as you can see from the above graphic I’m in!!! So that was the easy part. I am now in week 9 of my training. There have been many ups and downs in my training journey. If you have known me for any length of time you know I LOVE to run. I have been running off and on since high school. Now, that means I have been running a LONG time. I am by no means fast. Distance, yes. Speed, no. I have had a minor injury (sciatica) for a few years that has affected my running. I doubted if I could even train for this distance. I have done 4 Half Marathons (13.1 miles). But never a full. So, I am pleased and thankful to announce that I am well on my way to the goal. I ran 17 miles today!! I am not bragging at all but for me that is a HUGE accomplishment. I was blessed to have two sweet friends tag team and run it with me. Without their encouragement I don’t think I could have done it. God has blessed me with good health and I want to always give HIM the credit for any accomplishment.
During my training I have been going to physical therapy. Among the exercises and stretches I have to do one thing they all tell me is to always try to run on a level surface. As God’s timing is always perfect I came across some verses that were great encouragement to me.
Hebrews 12:12-13
Strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. Make level paths for your feet.
I thought that was fitting for my situation. God’s Word is always relevant and always reliable. I look forward to completing this journey and as I do I want to give God ALL the glory knowing HE is one who gave the ability.
So here we go… OOH RAH
26.2 on Sunday, October 31, 2010, Washington, DC
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