Those have been the two types of responses I receive when people learn that I am training for the Marine Corps Marathon. And there are times still when I have the same response myself.
I have always wanted to complete a marathon -- and I've wanted for a long time to get more fit. The Fit Arlington program came at the right time in my life and I'm glad for the opportunity.
About running and me. I never enjoyed running in the past. However, I didn't realize the difference a good pair of running shoes makes. I have found that I can run on a treadmill for a lot longer than I've ever done in the past and I continue to enjoy it.
I missed last week's long run with Marathon Charity Partners (MCP), as I left town for the 4th of July weekend. But I made sure that I got in several miles of hiking, brisking walking and scrambling upon rocks doing the Cliff Walk in Newport RI. If you've never been, the Cliff Walk in Newport permits amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean on one side and magnificent views of the Newport Mansions on the other.
In preparation for this week's long run with MCP, I went running on my current route -- from Columbia Pike, past Fire Station 5 in Pentagon City to the edge of Crystal City and back. This week's long run (12 to 13 miles) takes us from Belle Haven to Riverside Park -- a route I have never taken before. So, I'm looking forward to the run and seeing the sights.
Reuben
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Hello Public Health Doctor, what a cool 4th. I too missed the MCP run however, it was raining. I'm not that dedicated as of yet to run in the rain. I was also exhausted.
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