NYC Marathon

I have been planning for the NYC Marathon for a long time,  Yesterday I did the 20 mile training run for the marathon.  I can't believe I did it - I am so excited.

I was very fortunate to be running with a woman from my training program.  She is a much stronger runner than me, and she really kept me moving along.  I finished the 20 miles in 3:40:50, not counting breaks for bathroom and water breaks. 

I was expecting to be sore today, but I have to say I am pleasantly surprised.  I am really not sore at all.  I did stretch and roll (on the foam roller) plenty yesterday and I think it really made a difference.

I am so happy to have this run behind me; the hardest part of the training is now done.  It was great to run the 20 miles , and definitely a confidence builder for the marathon. I can't wait until marathon day!

WOW!! That is amazing!! 20 miles!!! Congratulations and all the best in the NYC marathon!

Thanks - I am just so excited!

WOWSERS Mar!!!  Congrats to you.  I can't imagine running 1/2 mile, much less 20 or 26!  GO GO MARY!!!

Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Thanks!  I can't even believe it is me.

Wow Wow Wow....if that's not inspirational I don't know what is!!

You should be so proud of yourself. That is quite an accomplishment!

Rachelle, Thanks - I am so excited!  Yesterday I found out my number will put me starting on the top of the Verrazano bridge which is what I was hoping for! Mary

That is so cool, Mary.

When is the marathon?

WOW....you are amazing...I walk 2 miles a day and I think I'm the bomb...you go girl! Rosemary

Thanks!