I CAN do it

I am : CALM

Including today, there are 5 days until the Marathon. Yup, 5 days. The last two weeks I have been in taper-mode, and now I'm on a time-measured program. I don't run for distance, but for heart rate and time. Quick 30-min runs at an easy pace. This will allow me to simultaneously rest my body as well as sharpen it in preparation. I am trying not to feel excitement for the big day. Not that I am not excited, but if I allow myself to get too worked up, I will start feeling anxious. That anxiety might lead to other less desirable emotions, so I'm just nipping it in the bud. I am calm, I am rested, I am preparation. Sunday will come and I will do great.

Alright you spectators -- if you are planning on coming to watch the marathon, check out the official website. Go to the spectators section and check out the spectators guide. Scroll down a little bit and there will be a chart outlining what time you can expect a given runner to be at a certain point. I will be on the 3hr 30 min pace. Tyler: I will need someone to meet me at at least 5 different points to give me my nutrition: water bottles and gels. I really don't want to have to carry that stuff, so I'd REALLY appreciate the help. You don't have to do it all yourself. Maybe we can coordinate something with others.

Alright, I need to meditate.

Miles Since 4/23/05: 621

posted by Lord Alex @ 7:18 AM