Day 1

This is my first blog. After completing the Twin Cites in just under 5 hours, I feel that setting up goals keeps me motivated. I ran the first half of the marathon at my goal pace of 2 hours but fell apart at mile 15. It was 82 degree with humidity around 80%. The race director called it the hottest TCM Ever.

I managed to run walk from 15-23 with my huge blister on my right feet. Somehow, I slow jogged the last 3 miles. It was a great experience overall. The fans were all over the course and very supportive. Even though it was hot, and I took 1 week to fully recover including throwing up the evening of the marathon, I would do it again.

I am running with a great group from the YMCA who help to keep me on track.


1) Complete the Winter Carnival 5k in under 20 minutes
2) Bench my weight 30 times
3) Run Grandmas marathon in under 3:45
4) Run half Marathon under 1:45