However, it was still a pleasure, as ever, to run with my fellow MTG buddies and chat, not just about running, but a whole plethora of subjects. I've not just learned about hydration from Phil this week, but also about Terry Fox from Bruce, that Margaret, like me, is a fan of Feist and that the term 'Pulling Up' means how you finished your run from Pauline. I'd heard the term before, but thought it meant pulling up with an injury.
I've also uploaded a map of the run, which shows the elevation going from 1 to 91 metres, which would account for my sore butt right now. Well, thats not totally true, as at one stage I made the mistake of not concentrating and getting in with the wrong crowd, as it were. For some unknown reason, I managed to find myself running with the 6.10am runners - NEVER AGAIN. Boy do the fly. But I had no choice, as I was lost if I didn't follow them. It was such a relief to be running along the sea front and spot you guys again.
And finally, it was so nice to get to run for a while with Leonor, who looks so good now, wouldn't you agree.
Lee
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Hey Lee, it was a great run, or wander, wasn't it? On my way home I couldn't help reflecting on how lucky we are to have such a beautiful environment to run around in. And most definitely, the company of our fellow marathon hopefuls is a huge bonus. I know that I would not have the resolve to train on my own.The camaraderie among our group is really special.I'm completely hooked on this whole process. Sunday's STar was memorable...and I "pulled up" ok.
Have a great week everyone
Margaret
Lee thanks for the map. My husband kayacks each Saturday about the distance that we run. He is the first to say he does marathons where he can sit on his backside and the course is always flat (except for the waves from the ferries) - so this profile of the course was great cause it proves how wonderful we all are!
Next Sunday my husband begins his marathon training for the Hawkesbury Classic (111 kms overnight paddle down the river - I know which marathon I prefer to be doing!) and so I can't make our 15 km run.
I will be doing either the 15 kms at 6 am by myself or Saturday's 10 km race.
Either way the kids and I will join you at the finish (read between the lines I will be keen to go for coffee with someone!)
And reading Phil's quote this week:
Quote of the week:
'Top results are reached only through pain. But eventually you like this pain. You'll find the
more difficulties you have on the way, the more you will enjoy your success." Just wondering does this mean I will like the "pain" of Lionel Ritchie and Rick Astley by the 42 kms mark? I don't think so!
Denise
Feeling very happy to have made it Sunday and to know that Canberra will be OK. I should say I wouldn't have known the food was vegan if no-one had told me.
Its much easier "drafting" and I too am happy to be carried along by such a supportive group.
Barbara organises fund raising fun runs for the Cancer Council, which lead to Terry Fox. The embodiment of the "extra-" awaiting the ordinary person. One of the most inspirational stories I know. If we had a Terry Fox run I would show.
I'm following Phil's advice, which apparently even Phil is now starting to take, with the "just get me through on the day" taper program.
That means I'm going to shout out numbers (legs 11, two fat ladies 88) or something along those lines, at the 10k this Saturday rather than running. I enjoy shouting, and I'm good at it, so I should have a lot of fun.
I'll see those of you running and helping at the 10k Saturday, and will shout extra loudly at you as you finish, and otherwise on Sunday for the short long run and coffee fest.
Hello All,
So good to hear from you! I'm the happiest I've ever been during my whole running 'career'. So glad to be back. Margaret, I share the same feelings, the runs with all of you is just fantastic, such a true feeling comes across. And I feel very special to be able to live in such a fantastic city like Sydney. I enjoyed every moment last Sunday, from the moment I came out of the car into the pitch dark early hour, helping Fran to carry some gear under the tree, using the heritage toilet with a torch and seeing all of you. The scenery was just breath taking. I think I will carry one of Paula's camera with me as from now.
The Sunday is a big highlight in my week and I most enjoy having coffee afterwards :) and the swim.
I'm very touched by the honesty I feel in the words from all of you and the camaraderie is awesome.
You know what? I do not know if it's only me, but I run up the stairs to the office this morning and I felt just so happy and so excited about marathon day coming up in a few days ... Team, I'm so so excited, I think it will be a terrific day. And I feel very happy to be part of it.
Denise, Lee - you know where my coffee money was? I had it in my back pocket of my running shorts, tucked in my glad bag with my driver's licence. It's my shout on Sunday for sure!
Have a great week everyone.
Leonor
Leonor, it's not just you! I have been trying to keep my excitement under wraps over the last couple of days. We are so close now to the big day.
Eighteen months ago I remember seeing the Striders tent at the end of the Bridge Run and thinking that's what I want to do, run a marathon like those guys! It's almost reality!
You're an absolute darling, Margaret! Let's celebrate together then ... Two happy Fab Five who are sooooooooo excited to have come that far ...
(BTW I came out of physio this morning and she said, now go for that speed on marathon day Leonor you so dearly want...
But I'm just so over the moon to be able to run again)
Leonor - run girl run - what great news. Bruce and I will be able to draft from you.........
And I am excited cause you are all excited! (and in my true style I am thinking about what is next)
I am glad to hear others are getting excited too. So am I. The countdown is on!
I must admit I've got abit precious about myself this week. Worrying if some roll of the ankle or soccer ball in the kneecap will bring me undone. Don't worry, I didn't yell too much at the unsuspecting 8 year old who accidently kicked me in the calf at soccer training. What's the treatment for a cork again?
Seriously, I've just got home from a 90min massage. Now who said massage was relaxing? And feel great.
Will definitley be there sunday if there is coffee on afterwards.
sharyn
It's go great to hear everyone bubbling with enthusiasm - go team! You won't know what to do with yourselves on Sunday - only 15kms?? You can do that backwards and blindfolded... Sort of like the start of the run at Vaucluse.
Just remember not to overdo it over this last 11 days. Sharon, you can't be too paranoid though, as you have worked very hard for this.
Looking forward to a short jog and a coffee on Sunday, and catching up with you at the 10k on Saturday (for a SLOW run). No PBs this week please!
Phil
Yes. Its a bit like waiting for Christmas Day to come, and hoping that Santa will bring a good run and no pre-race injuries.
Wait a minute. Theres something missing from this post. Whats happened to Paula, AKA the Blogging Queen, AKA F(abfive) 266, AKA Lionel, McCormack?
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