Stupidity Update #172

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  1. Sep 30, 2012 #1
    Angie4b1g

    Angie4b1g A hundred jobs but Bob Villa ain't one

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    Well, I ran the marathon.

    I did far better than I expected. 4:40. I ran that same race last year in 4:34, but I'd actually properly trained for that one, so I'm happy with 4:40. I had a small emotional breakdown at mile 21, and walked for about 1/4 mile, but then I got ahold of my self and finished the damn thing. That was a big mental hurdle for me. Usually as soon as I know I'm not gonna break 4:30, I'm like screw it, and I just walk a LOT. So, to keep running after that was a big win for me.

    When I crossed the finish line all I could think was PUKE AND SIT DOWN. I didn't puke, but I did sit down. Like right there. Medical came rushing over to see if I was ok, which I was. But that's now 2 marathons in a row that medical has rushed to me as soon as I crossed. I must look awesome when I finish.

    So there was that. Then tonight, I had my students doing their last long run before their 10k next week. So my PLAN was to just have them run 1.5 out one way and back, and then do the same the other way. I'd wait on the bridge and encourage them as they passed me.

    Hmph.

    MY coach showed up. And was like oh no, you're running this.

    Oh. My. Lord. The first few steps :imok. And the last 2 miles. Torture. The middle part wasn't SO bad, but it sure felt like we were working harder than our pace reflected.

    Why did I want her to coach me again? :hissy

    So there's that. Anyway, I'm feeling better about Columbus in 3 weeks now that I know I'm at least in good enough shape to RUN marathons.
     
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    Peppermint

    Peppermint One Little Bird

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    Wow. Way to go! I would have had an emotional breakdown just signing up. So you're a rock star!
     
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    sarahbhb

    sarahbhb Happy Anniversary babe! Now, pack up!

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    This is my thought exactly!

    To me it is awesome that you can finish a marathon, emotional breakdown or not.
     
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    staciahall

    staciahall Quidditch, anyone?

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    Sounds like you've got yourself a great coach, Angie! AND a lot more motivation than I'm sure I'll ever have!

    Way to go!
     
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  5. Oct 1, 2012 #5
    karen perry

    karen perry LOCK THE DOOR!

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    wow well done you i cant even run for a bus
     
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    Karen

    Karen Wiggle it, just a little bit!

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    I would have been sobbing at the start line knowing what was coming. LOL! You are seriously amazing!
     
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    mrsski07

    mrsski07 Hot for Harlequin

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    I still think you're crazy. But, seriously, way to go on overcoming that mental hurdle. I know that couldn't have been easy!!!
     
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    Dana

    Dana Dana

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    wtg angie! great job overcoming your mental hurdle - just thinking about it scares me!
     
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    Angie4b1g

    Angie4b1g A hundred jobs but Bob Villa ain't one

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    If I can do it, any of you could do it. I'm not a lifelong athlete. I'm just a middle aged stubborn old bag. ;)
     
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    Lynnette

    Lynnette In my life, I've loved them all

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    You rock Angie!
     
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    HeatherB

    HeatherB Ain't nothin wrong with a few dust bunnies!

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    That's amazing, Angie!
     
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    sczos911

    sczos911 New Member

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    I give you big props. Huge. I am training for a 5K and am dragging myself through week 4 of the Couch2 5K.
     
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    stampin_rachel

    stampin_rachel The Lost Spice Girl

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    I want you to be my coach.
     
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    Angie4b1g

    Angie4b1g A hundred jobs but Bob Villa ain't one

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    You might get that chance, Rachel. I've got something in the works. :D
     
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    neenee

    neenee No Woman No Cry

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    This. Well sorta. I don't have confidence in myself that I could ever run a full marathon. It's on my bucket list but first I want to get past my first half marathon in November. But, I am the same as you - NEVER been an athlete, never into running (despised it actually) but now I am finally an athlete - at the age of 38. Whodathunkit?
     
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    neenee

    neenee No Woman No Cry

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    Angie, you are so awesome. You inspire me so much because you are proof that it can be done. Yay for you for overcoming that mental hurdle. I know just what you mean about wanting to say "forget it". I am glad that you turned that na-sayer on your shoulder around and finished like the champion you are! XO
     
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    amandaresende

    amandaresende amandaresende

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    YOU ROCK!!!!!
     
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    carolee

    carolee Humming along in the Neil mobile

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    I'm super curious about this!

    Way to go on the marathon!
     
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    neenee

    neenee No Woman No Cry

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    What? What? Tease.
     
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    MandaKay

    MandaKay Loyal as they come.

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    Way to go Angie - that is great that you accomplished such a time even after a mental breakdown - mind over matter girl and you conquered!!!
     
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