I just noticed an article on the NYT about slow marathon runners. I have to admit, as I get ready for my first half marathon, I’m happy to hear that there’s a slow and steady movement afoot. Ha.
Of course, not all of us can finish the NY marathon in a bit more than two hours. Hell, I ran 10 miles on Sunday and it took me every bit of two hours. And I thought I was moving…
I’m pretty happy that I’m not approaching this half as a big achievement. While I’ll be thrilled when I finish, the race is more something to do in my off season than a goal by itself. So, if I’m going to do the White Lake Half, which, if the creek don’t rise, I will, then I need to get a half marathon under my belt. It seems that there are lots of folks who do a marathon as a goal, but don’t use it as a chance to change their lifestyle.
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Congratulations. Doing a half-marathon is great! Respect!