The Journey

Training for a marathon is a journey. I think the journey starts when you make the decision to run one of these races. I have heard people tell me they thought long and hard on it, others have told me they made a bet with friends. No matter how much or little thought went into it, you knew you were heading on a journey. You just didn't know what kind.

When I made the decision to run my first marathon, I wanted to see if I had one in me. I did. Now that I know I can do it, I want to do it better. I made this decision as soon as I crossed that finish line in Arizona!

This journey has been more physical for me. It has also felt like I have sacrificed a bit more. By sacrifice I am mean I have lost out on meeting up with friends, so I could train. For the most part my friends understand.

I would not trade my marathon training experience for anything. It allows me to see how hard I can push myself physically and mentally. It shows what I can accomplish. And when that medal is placed around my neck, it is pure joy, because I know it was all worth it.

I talk to people all day who think it is worth it all. Others think we marathoners are nuts. Both are correct. :-)

Charlie