Running

This week I officially began my training for the Chicago Marathon on October 9, 2011. That's right folks, 26.2 miles. At this moment, I'm not sure what I was thinking. 26.2 miles. Fort Wayne is closer than that. In 7 months I am going to RUN to Fort Wayne.

Along the way I plan to do some little runs, 5K's, 10K's, to keep me moving. In addition, I have secured a registration in the Inidanapolis mini marathon, which is a mere 13.1 miles. I'll also be helping with the Fort Wayne's Smallest Winner mini marathon in late June/early July. gulp.

I keep thinking about my painstaking 3 mile "run" last night. Every step hurt. But I have to admit that this morning I am feeling pretty good! Only minor pain in the calf/shin area. It makes me think that "maybe" I CAN do this . . .

One thing is for sure. the tide has shifted. For the last four months I have run off and on by choice. At this point it is a neccesity, NOT a choice. If I do not continue to run consistently and increase my distance I litterally WON'T be able to do it. The Indy mini is well timed. Just 6 1/2 weeks to train means there is no time to screw around. And once that is done July will be around the corner. And from there, Chicago will be in sight. And DOABLE!

So after a loooooooong absence, i am BACK!