Today I was honored to accompany Scheri (see pictures of training runs) for her last 8 miles of the Colorado Marathon in Ft. Collins. We have trained together for our individual races (mine is in 4 weeks in San Diego) and I wanted to be a part of this day. Lucky me, she is coming to San Diego as well.
What an experience, a marathon! Although Scheri disagrees slightly, and I know I was fresh, those 8 miles flew by amazingly fast. I contribute this to the great crowds and spectators along the course. All of the aid stations' volunteers were energetic as well. Everyone, cheering and motivating the runners to do their best and keep going. A race truly needs all three: runners, volunteers, and cheerleaders.
I often compare the training for and completion of a marathon to having a baby...hold on men, hear me out! You work really hard to physically and mentally prepare for this challenge. It takes months of your time. You pack your bag in preparation for the big day. Then, in just a short time (a few hours) you have accomplished this great feat.
If you are planning to run any of the ADT races this year, plan on bringing a fan club to cheer you on! Sharing this accomplishment with friends and family will be the cherry on the sundae, I promise!
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