I did it! Today was the first group run of 3 miles and I completed it! I gave a very noble effort of running the first 1.5 miles straight and then switched to a run/walk to complete the course. The weather could not have been more perfect (cool, but sunny) and the course was not nearly as hilly as the one I had attempted this week. I am happy to report that I am no longer nervous. Sore, maybe, but nervous, no.
Had it not been for my coach, Gretchen, today would probably have not gone as well as it did. Poor Gretchen ran with me at my turtle-pace for the full 3 miles. She gave me some great advice and helpful hints that I will have to incorporate in future runs. In addition, she offered a good bit of encouragement even when she knew I was running out of steam. What a great motivator!
Before we started the run I had a chance to meet the rest of my Paris team. There are 25 of us from Atlanta that will be running the marathon. All members of my team have competed in at least one previous endurance event, except me and 2 other people (who both have previous running experience). With that, I can comfortably say that I am the greenest member of the team and am confident that I will be bringing up the rear during these group runs. In spite of that, my team waited until I finished my run and had nothing but positive support for my efforts. Since I have really never been on a true athletic team, it felt pretty cool to get a little hype from fellow teammates.
All in all, I couldn't have asked for a better opening day! I have my work cut out for me, but I will get it done. Thanks for all the encouragement leading up to this day. The support means more than you know!
Until next time,
Lisa
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