What an incredibly perfect day to run a marathon! Despite being very nervous about the crowds, the mileage on asphalt, the lack of consistent training, I went in with an attitude of gratitude. I also went in knowing this race wasn’t about me. It was about honoring those that put their lives at risk for our freedom, even when leaders are not doing the same for them. I hadn't run over 15 miles since my last marathon in April. Signing up for Marine Corps Marathon was a way for me to have something exciting to look forward to. After a rough summer, a busy back-to-school/dance/life season, and a reflective adventure in Arizona, I actually dreaded the expectation I put on myself to run a crowded road marathon. Then I flipped my negativity. I was showing up to the track once a week with Tracy for the Detroit Free Press marathon training (which she crushed by the way), this race was going to be Arielle's first marathon, and her training cycle was BEAST! My excitement for Arielle was a...
Thoughts while running and thoughts about running that probably nobody else cares about 🤷🏽♀️