Saturday, October 18, 2008

So What Marathon Should I Do?

Today I would have run the Indianapolis Marathon if all had been healthy and well. So while I mourn the fact I did not run this year, I am looking ahead to next year's marathon. So which one will I do?

I don't know, and I am open to suggestions. I need a flat race, preferably in the fall. Chicago is a possibility, but I don't feel warm and fuzzy about it. New York is on my list, but I am told it can be hilly. I am going to visit Portland soon, maybe that one? San Antonio is on the list. I would love to know what some of you think.

I am not sure how many marathons I have in me with the arthritis, so I want to make it an important one. Suggestions?

Charlie

1 comment:

Mike W. said...

Charlie,

A few fall marathons that I can suggest are the Twin Cities Marathon - great crowd support with a few hills, the Whistlestop - easy to run on surface, slight downhill (my wife did it, I would love it) and Kansas City, a bit hilly but a very enjoyable run through KC. You could also go for Grand Rapids (MI), looks like a fun time and relative easy course (haven't done this one).

Take your time, cherish the hunt and enjoy the process. Good luck.

Mike