Marathon: My personal journey

We are:

I started out rocky, and could have mailed it in.

Instead, I dug deep and CRUSHED my run.

Great pace, great run. Confidence builder.

5.5 miles.

I can hear the chariot calling me. Can't wait! 

I ran this distance last week and loved it. Today rocked me big time. I made it through. My pace was off. I cramped up later. I had enough water. A difficult experience for sure. 

Good news, it happens. 

I will work forward. A chariot depends on me. 

I will be there.

I will finish.

Always do. Thankfully :)

Long runs, oh how I have missed you! Just a few weeks ago, I started cranking up a few long runs. Here is what I have noticed/missed:

• it pushes you past a limit
• it can be uncomfortable, until you are finished:)
• Playlists are awesome
• you find a natural rhythm 
• it requires planning (hydration, fuel, timing)
• it's so much fun!

A friend sent this to me earlier today and I just watched it tonight. I love how the Ball State team executed this, how cool. It's great for the player, great for their program and just a wonderful story.

The video is 3.5 minutes long and it worth it. At the end, his Dad says "thank your coaches for how they work with you".

How refreshing is that to hear? The best part...the player is learning how to be gracious. His mother and father reinforced it. LOVE. LOVE.

Well done Seger family. I love your work ethic, dedication and family values.

Watch this feel good story here.

https://youtu.be/e6yGs4SiT3k


ESPN coverage here:
http://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/17246125/watch-awesome-video-ball-state-walk-football-player-receiving-full-scholarship

Image source:
http://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/17246125/watch-awesome-video-ball-state-walk-football-player-receiving-full-scholarship

July was a good month for running, which is great. I am looking forward to the month of August and what it should bring!

YAHOOOOOO!

Image source:
http://www.clipartkid.com/month-of-august-cliparts/