I just registered for the National AIDS Marathon Training Program. What the hell was I thinking?
1. I've seen these ads for years, even in SF and was always interested.
2. I like running but lack the self motivation to do it.
3. I need to get a hobby to occupy my time.
4. I'd like to look super hot some day, and tan (only half joking here).
5. I'll probably meet some ok new people.
6. I want to do some good somewhere in the world, and this seemed pretty good. Raising money for AIDS organizations.
7. I've always wanted to be able to say I ran a marathon, but realistically know that a half-marathon is probably the best I'll get.
8. I'll be forced to run by the water once a week, which will rule. I miss water.
What did I just get myself into?
1. Training 2 days a week alone, and every Saturday with my pace group starting May 1st.
2. Lots of hot sweaty bus rides home on early Saturday mornings.
3. Quiet Friday nights.
4. Sore muscles.
5. Expensive running gear.
6. Intimidation and fear I'll fail or quit.
What will I do before May 3rd?
Walk/run 3 days a week alone to get ready. I'm envisioning Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays as those three days.
Buy new running shorts and shirts. I already have good running shoes.
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I hope you're raising money too. Where can I pledge some dollars?
Soon - I'll have my own website for people to make donations. They would like each person to raise $1,500! Yikes!
whoa! congrats! this is something that i've always wanted to do, too, but unfortch, my ankles and knees can't take it. go you!
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