#myfirstmarathon

[imreallyamermaid28]

Still kind of in shock that I finished a marathon! People keep saying how they can’t believe I did something so tough. It’s been weird not running at all but my coach told me no running for at least two weeks so my body can rest. Totally fair.

If you have a goal in mind whether it be running your first marathon or going out for a new distance or new challenge of any kind, go for it. Don’t be too intimidated by what you’re about to take on. The feeling of accomplishment after reaching that goal is so incredibly worth it!

[imreallyamermaid28]

It happened! I officially completed a full marathon!

Honestly, the worst part was probably the bus ride to the start line. It got really hot and I started feeling nauseous. I still didn’t feel well when I got off the bus and even told my boyfriend I wasn’t sure I’d finish because I felt so rough.

When the race started I felt better and then I saw friends at mile 12 which was fun. Then I got through the halfway point and was like, “I’m really doing it. Running the full marathon.”

I still felt decent through mile 18 where I stopped to walk for a minute and turn on my music. While I still felt fine running, my pace had slowed at that part of the race.

I got to mile 23 and thought to myself, “Wow. This is dumb. Why am I doing this? This is so long!” Lol. At that point, one of my friends from my running group, who wasn’t racing, met up with me to run a few miles which was an awesome distraction. He dropped off at the start of the last mile and I ran through to the finish.

Such a cool experience and am proud to have completed it. Now enjoying well deserved rest.

[imreallyamermaid28]

Last canal run before the marathon! Now it’s time for serious rest before Saturday. I can’t believe it’s almost here! 😅

[imreallyamermaid28]

This weekend was full of fall things; pumpkin carving and Oktoberfest. I was kind of left wondering what happened to my weekend lol.

We had a taper week this past Saturday so we ran 10 miles and next week we’ll be back up to 14. Strength training and yoga seem to be helpful.

I didn’t eat the best last week so this week I’m focused on healthier options and less packaged food.

I hope you all have a good week! 💖

[imreallyamermaid28]

Photos are from yesterday, I was feeling sore and stopped at my local coffee shop for a turmeric latte. So good!

Today we ran 11 miles today and I really didn’t feel too bad during it. My knees started hurting at one point but I’m working on strengthening them so hopefully that will help.

The running store was having a discount for us as well so I bought new shoes and a hydration pack that I had tried on at REI the week before. Someone pointed out to me before how important it is to make sure you get the women’s one so it fits properly and it’s nice and light. They had to special order my shoes (I got Brooks this time), I can’t wait for them to come in so I can try them out. 😀

Now I have to pack for Zion since I’ll be there hiking for a few days. Hope you all have a good weekend! 💖

[imreallyamermaid28]

So, I think I agreed to run a full marathon?! lol. Our running group started this morning and my boyfriend and I decided we’d meet with the group who is running a full this year and our coaches were like why not now? So I think we’ll do the full marathon in February. I’m excited, nervous, and scared lol.

[thewanderingfeetandmind]

Sometimes, all we need is to crack a smile to trump the literal hazy background (04.03.22). Salute to all marathoners and wannabes who pushed on the following day (05.03.22) for the first ever Riyadh Marathon in spite of the weather warning💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽🖖 📸BC #riyadhmarathon #firstmarathoninriyadh #myfirstmarathon #riyadhmarathon2022 #riyadhseason #experbia #riyadhconnect #livelovesaudia #riyadhtours #lovinsaudi #skyline #saudimoments #saudi_arabia #everydaysaudi #destinationksa #destinationriyadh #saudiimages #welcomesaudi #storiesofthewanderingfeetandmind #riyadhphoto #saudilife #ofwdiaries #explorearabia #shotoniphone #theresalwayssomethingbeautifuloutofthemundane #riyadhtoday #visitsaudi (at King Saud University Stadium) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca2pqEdqvxo/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thewanderingfeetandmind]

Usies 🍻 #riyadhmarathon #firstmarathoninriyadh #myfirstmarathon #riyadhmarathon2022 #riyadhseason (at King Saud University Stadium) https://www.instagram.com/p/CavGdMnKvel/?utm_medium=tumblr