Life Past 30

It has been approximately 5 months since I completed last year’s Marine Corps Marathon.  Since that day, I have been looking forward to running the 2009 MCM, but with better preparation than last year.  I now know what I need to do prevent the extreme soreness I had for the four days following race day.  I realized soon after that day that I should have worn running pants, instead of shorts, a hat, and thin jacket to keep my temperature up.  Upon completing the course, I was quite chilly and I am sure that contributed to the muscle tightness and pain.

This year, however, will be a lot different.   My running plan is more solid and I have found a pair of running shoes that will no doubt help propel me past the last grueling 6.2 miles.  Mental conditioning has never been a problem for me, so finding the motivation necessary to keep me going will be easy.  Once again, I am finding myself excited to embark upon yet another personal challenge.  If all goes well with the marathon, I will also be participating in the American Heart Association Walk in November.