26.2 this Sunday & the birth of Team 464

really cool logo. you know, it's guys like you that really inspire me! i'm at the opposite end. you can count on one hand how many people know i had surgery. i think your story can really put a postive spin on our journey. it seems anytime it's mentioned it's all about the failure or negative aspects that arise.

just coming here we see a lot of success stories. a lot more than bad ones, that's for sure. so i like to see that side of the story come out. this is all good press and a great story for the marathon organizers and press. so let us see the little girl pics and all the emotion at the finish line. i know you can make it.

Go make that race your *****!!! we expect a big marathon sized sweaty fart when you get back. Paul

Knock 'em dead Chad! Nothing feels good as long term fitness and health! Keep it up.

Dave

WOW that is super cool Chad . So now we will be looking for pic's and we dont care if you ARE CRYING  . If ya do cry try to do it like a man though would ya . LOL  this is a great day for you my friend , enjoy it . Nick

God Luck Chad!! Kick Ass....... Tim

Good luck to you and the most important thing is to have fun doing what you like.  One of my goals is to be a runner myself in the future, and its stories like this that inspire many.

464 How COOOOOOOOOOL!! I'm pre-op and thats a goal of mine is to run a marathon some day. Your story is a great inspiration and a great way for people to see the positive effects of WLS. C' ya Bob

way to go - and what a great idea too! team 464 indeed - very well done Chad! the whole locker room smells caus'a that FART...but it's well earned...you look great and I too hope you get all the way thru the event! best wishes lad....you're carrying the locker room colors there too! Jim

Hey,

I have no doubt that you can, and will, finish your marathon cause that's what all your blood, sweat and tears you've put in have prepared you for. The actual marathon is simply the payback for your hard work so enjoy the journey. Reminds me of my first century after WLS. About 10 miles from the end when I knew I was going to finish, well....... let's just say I was overcome with emotion when I realized how far I had come over the prior year. WHAT A GREAT FEELING OF ACCOMPLISMENT!! Like you, I was apprehensive prior to the ride thinking about what I had gotten myself into but everything went off like clockwork and the day was (and remains) so very special to me. When you finish this, I can assure you that you will always remember it.   By the way, great 464 logo and congrats on the pub for your run.  Best of luck and enjoy your run!! Boner