Butch Cassidy 10k: November 7, 2009. Our friend and Boston runner Tom is involved in planning this race in Springdale near Zion National Park. I'm really excited for this one.
Painter's Half-Marathon: January 23, 2010. I haven't done this race before, but I hear it's a beautiful course on the trails along the river in St. George.
Hurricane Half-Marathon: April 24, 2010. Rumor has it they may be changing the course this year. Hmmm.
OGDEN MARATHON: May 15, 2010! I'm itching to do another marathon to try and get a better time. This seemed like a perfect race between now and next year's St. George Marathon. They have a full and half marathon. If all goes as planned, I'll shoot for the 26.2.
What I'm most excited about with this run is who will be joining me. Mel will be running the half-marathon along with my sister Hollie and brother-in-law Kelly!
Kelly and Hollie are just beginning the insanity that is running. There is nothing like the excitement of your first big race. Here is a training calendar I made for them. Feel free to make use of it if you're just starting. I am very far from being an expert, but this gradual build-up seemed to work for me in preparing for my first marathon. (Click picture to expand.)
I think it would be a blast to have a big group of friends, family, rookie runners, and running pros all get together for this one.
Want to come????
AMEN! The bigger group we have running the marathon or the half, the more fun it will be! I feel like my entire mental focus has shifted to preparing for the Ogden half. I think about it all day and dream about running every night. IT IS GLORIOUS and I feel fantastic!! Thanks for sharing your interests and motivations with others, Cor! :)
ReplyDeleteThe course took them through scenic routes, passing by landmarks and spreading a spirit of giving with each stride. Jenny highlighted the significance of this race, where the joy of running was coupled with the joy of contribute.
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