Well, Im finally in bed icing my Achilles and heating my lower back. Today was quite an experience to say the least. I felt better than I had expected for way longer than I had imagined I would, but when it got rough, it was WAY rough. I know hell never see this, but I have to thank a seasoned grandmaster for singlehandedly giving me my second wind. I stopped to stretch, and when I got moving again, I realized my mistake. I stopped again, and for the only point in all 26.2, I wondered sincerely if I had a marathon in me. From behind, I felt a pat on my shoulder-- then a hug and a hand--- and a you cant stop now sweetheart! The next quarter mile or so, he held my hand until I settled back into a rhythm. I lost him later, but he was a smiling face waiting to give me a hug as I finished. The running community is full of this spirit, and its awesome. Lessons: 1) If someone starts dropping energy Gels from an upside down sling bag, dont sprint to catch them with their lost loot. This is not a pro, they will not die, and you will catch them later. Waste. of. Energy. 2) Singing loudly and cheering for yourself amuses volunteers. It irritates runners. 3) Rogue roadside free beer stations under any other circumstances are sketchy and ill-advised. After 13 miles of running, however, they are brilliant. 4) Same thing with accepting candy from strangers. 5) Whoever thought salted caramel was a fun gu flavor is a very special soul 6) Running a marathon is terrible and wonderful and everything in between. If youve thought of doing one, do it. 7) I dont believe in the wall; I believe in the blerch!
Posted on: Mon, 10 Nov 2014 03:16:48 +0000
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