Tuesday, December 1, 2009

O-M-G!

Dear 3 blog readers,

My 1/2 marathon is less than 2 weeks away! I am SCARED! Those of you who know me know that I can get a little worked up. Such is the case now. I ran the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day in Dallas. 8 miles. Went okay--but was definitely happy to see the finish line. But what's running through my head was that in 2 weeks I'd have to be able to keep going for 5 more miles. You know 8+5 = 13!

The Turkey Trot did teach me a few things:
1. Slow down - I started off and stayed too fast trying to keep up with the 37,000 runners. I need to just focus on me!
2. Go potty - right before race, not fun to run while needing a potty break
3. Hydrate often - I got water at the 3 stops but will need to carry a hydration bottle with me to hydrate as often as need be.
4. It's okay to walk - I did not stop during the Trot but it will not be the end of the world if I need to stop and walk a few times during the race.

I have a bruised ankle from the Trot so I am nursing that so I can continue my training. Keep me in your prayers so I will not have a nervous breakdown leading up to December 13th.

Hope to update you again before the big race, if not I WILL after:)



8 comments:

Mary said...

Em that you're even signed up for the thing means you CAN do it! Can't wait to hear...

Michelle said...

Don't worry, you will do awesome! There are so many people there cheering you on. I spent most of my time people watching and completely forgot what I was actually doing. Look for pacers holding signs to help guide you where to line up at the start. That keeps you from starting at too fast a pace. There are a ton of water stations, but I had Justin meet me about mile 8 to hand me a water and cheer me on! I hit a wall about mile 10 and cried the entire mile...Happy and exhausted tears. I think most of running is a mental game! You will fight with yourself to finish, but you will be surprised at how fast it goes by! I will be thinking of you and know you will do AWESOME! No breakdown necessary!!!

Susan said...

Good luck! I am sure you will do great.....such an inspiration! :)

The Wests said...

Girl, I'm a faithful blog reader! Will say a prayer for you in two weeks!

Lisa said...

Em you are going to rock it...take care of that ankle and get rested. What are you going to do to celebrate after finishing??? Hope its shopping and a fun dinner. I agree with MIchelle no breakdown is necessary:))

Warner Family said...

I mean, I feel like I don't even know this girl! You and I have totally traded places! Give me just a little of your motivation! You'll do great-- adrenaline is an amazing thing! Good luck!

Jenny Seymore said...

Just thought I would prove that you have at least 7 readers!! Good Luck...I'm sure that you will do just fine. I wish I had as much will power and determination as you have...come sprinkle some on me!

HaileyB said...

Look at that! You have at least 8 readers! :-) I am so impressed with the dedication you have demonstrated towards this half marathon. I can't wait to hear all about it! Now that it's been a few days since you wrote this, how is your ankle?