This is my 4th time training for the Detroit Free Press Marathon. Here's a run-down of my past attempts:
#1 Injured IT Band in July - ran through August, never registered for the race. Never got to the starting line. Recovered nicely and did run the Las Vegas Marathon.
#2 Pregnant with Abbie. Trained through July, Aug, and half of September. Ran the 2nd to last long run (18 miles) and thought I was going to die. Now don't get me wrong, you're not *supposed* to feel too good after running 18 miles. I've done it - it's not a good feeling. This time I thought I was literally going to drop dead. In the next few days - when I could walk again - I took a pregnancy test and found out Abbie was on the way. My doc said I was in shape and could run the race with no harm to the baby. The only problem was morning sickness. I just couldn't choke down 5000 calories of applesauce & saltines. This one was just not meant to be.
#3 Third time's a charm - right? It was during training for this race that I got flashed. Three miles into a 10 miler, this ugly naked guy steps out of his green 4-door. What a crummy way to ruin a long run.... I actually made it to the starting line a couple years ago - but alas - it just wasn't meant to be. We were futzing with new orthotics in Aug & Sep that year, and just didn't get them right with enough time and miles. The Ambassador Bridge was really cool. Running back though the tunnel was an eerie, amazing, and surprisingly hot experience. I took a DNF (did not finish) at Mile 13. At least this time I got the t-shirt!!
#4 Started three weeks ago. I registered early (on June 30 - the last day to get the 1st discount!!) and also ordered the "In Training" shirt. This year, I'm going to see the start *and* the finish line!! Wish me luck, endurance, and injury avoidance!!
I'm planning on posting my updates at least once a week. Be prepared for lots of whining, and lots of miles. My friend Julie is also running in the Detroit Marathon.
Julie is running with Team in Training for the American Cancer Society - so if you're into donating for a super great cause - please sponsor Julie. She's an amazing lady fundraising for a really fantastic cause. (send me e-mail if you want to sponsor her - I'll get you two in touch!)
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