Today began my journey to the finish line of the TCS NYC Marathon. Well my training that is, the journey to this decision started long ago, but today is when it all becomes real and the real hard work starts! I chose to follow the Hal Higdon method after reading his book, Marathon: The Ultimate Training Guide. The schedule has tolerable mileage during the week, and long runs that gradually increase maxing at 20 miles. I could try a plan with more mileage, but my only goal is to finish healthy. Besides slow and steady wins the race, and I don’t want to rush through it, I want to relish every moment that day brings me!
Today’s run called for 3 miles. I had issues with my Garmin, so I had to use my Nike+ app, and logged 3 miles in 32:37 with a 10:52 pace per mile. The weather was muggy, and humid, and the air was very thick! But my run went very well, I took it nice and slow, and ran with ease! But I do need to invest in a water bottle ASAP, I was thirsty really fast, and I know the longer runs ahead will definitely require me to hydrate throughout!
All I know is that I have a long road ahead, but I’m going to give it my all, and try my best to do what it takes to get to the finish line!
