I was thinking that 2016 would be the year I would run a half
marathon. I thought I would train for a 10k first. But when a friend
approached me about doing a half marathon, I threw caution to the
wind and said yes! I have been running consistently since March 2015,
so I know my body can handle it (with some aches and pains, I'm
sure). And I am totally ok with walking! Just because you sign up to
run a half marathon, doesn't mean you have to actually run the whole
time. In 2009 I walked a marathon distance with Avon 2-day walk for
Breast Cancer. I did not walk the second day due to soreness and
emotions. So I know if I can walk a marathon distance I can complete
a half marathon!
We're following the Hal Higdon half marathon novice schedule
(training schedule).
There's cross training and some strength training days, as well as
long run days. So far, the furthest we've run is 4.5 miles. If you're
trying to get 10,000 steps a day... you'll almost complete that with
this distance. I'm looking forward to being in great shape and hope
to lose a little bit more weight.
I will be running with some friends and we're running the Flying Pig
half marathon in Cincinatti, OH. I'm excited for this journey and the
challenge. I enjoy running and I can't wait to really push myself.
Stay tuned for the excitement and complaining that is to follow : )
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