T-Minus 4 days until my marathon! eek!

It makes me nervous thinking about the marathon! I definitely feel more nervous going into this marathon than my first one because I know what to expect!

I really had no idea what to expect for my first marathon. Okay, so I had an idea: I knew that it would be a long ways to run and I knew what the traditional race environment atmosphere would entail: long lines at the bathroom, a crowded start, aid stations throughout, etc, but I did not expect the intense pain that would happen or the incredible feeling I will have once I crossed the finish line!

Now that I know what to expect, I am nervous and anxious but still excited for this race!

I am a very goal-oriented person and wanted to share my goals for Mayor’s Marathon with you!

First, here is a summary of my results from my first marathon – Grandma’s Marathon that I ran June 2010:

Goals:

- First and foremost, my goal is to qualify for Boston by running 3:40 or faster.

(Unfortunately, this doesn’t necessarily mean that I will actually get into Boston.)

- If everything goes well, I would love to get 3:35—and 3:30 would leave me ecstatic!

- I am also really hoping not to walk at all during this marathon.

(I had to walk quite a bit during my first marathon. I hit the wall at about mile 19, and as you can see above, it took me over an hour to complete the last 6 miles!)

- Fuel more!! This is huge and why I think I hit the wall at mile 19!!

- Not to get mulled by a bear!

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I did a naked run this morning!

No, not that kind of “naked!” This kind of naked: no watch!

Distance: 4 miles

Time: ?? – no watch

I ran a route I knew was 4 miles, so I didn’t have to worry about my time! It was refreshing and relaxing. Everyone needs to do this every once in a while!

I can’t believe how difficult my runs have been lately though. I’m hoping it is just psychological and that this week of rest will be what I need to get some kick back in my legs before Saturday!

Time to watch The Bachelorette!!

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Question

What do you do the week of a race that you think is critical for you to perform well?

Any Bachelorette fans out there?? What are your thoughts on this season?