On The Taper – With One Week to Go
I am twelve taper miles to go to the Chicago Marathon. 4 @ 3 mile runs. I will run one of those with my friends from “What’s a Few Miles Among Friends?” Yes, Maddy, Petra, Melisa (AND her husband) are running Chicago, also!
Last week, I ran 34.07 miles. It feels like so very few. The long run was 8 miles. For several weeks that was a regular Wednesday run! Overall, for 2008, I have run 1,280 miles. I do think that I am ready.
I will be using the Chicago Marathon as my run in the Worldwide Festival of Races. I am specifically running the Phedippidations World Wide Half-Marathon! You can find out more about these events here.
I will be wearing my yellow wristband in support of Team Elijah. Elijah Talley is a boy that is in battle with neuroblastoma cancer. You can find out more about Elijah here.
I have dedicated each mile of my first marathon to several people or organizations. I will share that later in the week. Many of you have run marathons. This is my first marathon. It is an achievement of a personal goal. I mention it everywhere I go and to any group that I may address. This is an important event in my life.
As time for the event gets closer, I would like to thank each and every one of you that follow my humble blog. I get a lot of inspiration from every comment that is left. I have learned so much and in so many ways. I just want to thank you for being there and sharing your thoughts, opinions, experiences and life situations with me. Thank you!
Enough for now! Look for a final countdown on this blog soon.
posted by CewTwo at 8:13 AM
10 Comments:
Charlie, you will be a different person after you finish the marathon. You're ready and you're going to rock this run. Chicago won't know what hit it.
We're ccounting down together! I love the idea of dedicating each mile to people or an organzation.
Only a few more short runs left.
Charlie - you're an inspiration yourself. I can't wait to meet you and then to run with you - what a privilege to join you on your first marathon. You have come so far with your running - in mind more than anywhere else. You can do this - think of what else is out there. We are lucky to have your blog to read Charlie - see you on Friday!
You are so ready Charlie. We are going to have a great time in Chicago. I can't wait to meet you in person.
Enjoy the taper...until Sunday.
Irish Blue
Whoo hoo! Game time!
Super exciting. Way to go Charlie!!
How wonderful to witness your transformation from someone who wasn't sure they could run a marathon to someone who is. You are nearly there, Charlie. The hard work is done and in just one short week you'll be able to reap your reward!!
It has been fun to read about your journey!
Pack your bags and head on over to Chi-town. Pack your swim trunks too. It looks like it's warming up.
I received my YELLOW CAUTION e-mail minutes ago to warn us about hydrating and going out slowly. I agree on both counts no matter what the conditions.
You are very ready with a strong base and a dedicated purpose. Enjoy it.
I really like the idea of dedicating each mile to a person or organization. Makes the miles more meaningful. Good luck!
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