13.1

Ever since the beginning of this year, I have wanted to run a full marathon (26.2mi). I had originally set out to run a half marathon (13.1mi) but got really lazy during finals--story of my life--and my training regime subsequently suffered...

Anyways, I planned on trying to run my half marathon in SF, but since my training basically came to a standstill I decided to work the event instead. Watching people cross the finish line and seeing their expression of accomplishment was highly motivating. In fact, it was sooo motivating that after the event I went home and ran 6 miles.

It was while I was running those 6 grueling miles that I decided to, once again, try and run a full marathon.

I was only able to run once more after that 6 mile run, then I soon received a call from one of my friends. He said he wanted to run a 1/2 marathon in Modesto that was in exactly one week. Still running on the fumes of motivation I obtained from working the SF Marathon, I decided to join him.

So, here I am....6 more days to go until the 1/2 marathon. I was able to run 6.8 miles today, and I'll continue my training throughout the week. Hopefully I won't die running it, and hopefully I'll be able to finish! I'll be sure to keep ya'll updated....wish me luck!