I became a Marathon Finisher!! See picture

bandhope
on 12/6/10 9:25 am - TX

Thanks Roy! It was around 32 degrees and my wave L (waves of A-O) didn't start until 8:45 so I stood out in the freezing weather (see picture of me waiting in my profile album) without a coat and my entire body was frozen for the first 6 miles. I think it truly worked to my advantage, because my legs were numb. In training my shins always screamed the first 6 miles. I was getting really sore around mile 18, but nothing I couldn't push through. I kept my pace a little slower than I would have liked, but I finished and it was awesome to finish. My time was 4:57. Thanks for the kind words and encouragement on OH.

Seht
on 12/6/10 2:07 am

RNY on 01/22/08

Awesome job, congrats.

You look wonderful, like you were out for a quick 5k. Way to finish strong.

The first time you do something - It's going to be a personal record!

bandhope
on 12/6/10 9:29 am - TX

Thank you!!! I did post the picture that was taken right before I crossed the finish line, where I picked up speed. If I had a picture from mile 23, I wouldn't be sporting a good look. LOL! Great experience! Thanks for all the great advice and encouragement along the way. You guys truly kept me going and kept me from losing my mind.

Jillian O.
on 12/6/10 2:21 am - Fort Riley, KS

RNY on 11/17/09

Awesome! So proud of you! Gives me inspiration for my first marathon on the 19th, and I am injured right now, way to push through it.

Jillian
Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran, Army Wife, 3x Ironman Finisher

bandhope
on 12/6/10 9:36 am - TX

Thank you!!! One of the race announcers said it best...this is an event of true self discovery. It is amazing what you'll find out along the 26.2 stretch about yourself. Great experience! Best wishes and speedy recovery. Don't let it get you down. You've come so far...there is no turning back...marathon finisher ahead! You can do it!!

Paul C.
on 12/6/10 2:49 am - Cumming, GA

RNY on 07/16/10

Awesome job!

Paul C.
First 5K 9/27/20 46:32 - 11 weeks post op (PR 28:55 8/15/11)
First 10K 7/04/2011 1:03 First 15K 9/18/2011 1:37
First Half Marathon 10/02/2011 2:27:44 (PR 2:24:35)
First Half Ironman 9/30/12 7:32:04

bandhope
on 12/6/10 9:37 am - TX

Thank you!

(deactivated member)
on 12/6/10 2:52 am - TX

CONGRATULATIONS! You and your family should be SO proud of your accomplishment! WAY. TO. GO!!!!!

bandhope
on 12/6/10 9:40 am - TX

Thank you! I can't wait to hear how you did. Did you stay warm? It was very cold. I don't think I warmed up until mile 6, but it kept my beat up shin numb so it worked for me. It sure was an awesome event!! Please keep me posted on how you did and felt.

Grandpa-G
on 12/6/10 3:11 am - Grandville, MI

RNY on 04/19/10

CONGREATULATIONS!!! A great inspiration for all of us! Enjoy your accomplishment and recovery time now!

Eating junk food and CRAP is not a reward...it's a punishment...
it's a DEATH sentence...Reward yourself with Good Health!
Highest Weight: 287 Lbs-January 2010; Reached Goal 195 Lbs - Dec 2010
Total Lost: 92 Lbs; Completed FULL MARATHON (26.2 Miles) 10-16-2011

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