#running marathons

[wondersky]

I hate ultra running.

Actually I hate all types of running of races.

[arko006-blog]

Running Marathons May Increase Heart Attack Risk

Running Marathons May Increase Heart Attack Risk

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While aerobic exercise generally benefits health, extreme endurance exercise — like marathon and triathlon — can raise a person’s risk for sudden cardiac arrest and atrial fribrillation, according to a new study.

After reviewing more than 300 scientific studies, the research team found that physically active people, such as regular walkers, have up to a 50 per cent lower risk of heart…

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[livewellbefabulous]

The Fit & Thrifty Guru How To Choose The Best Marathons For Beginners

The Fit & Thrifty Guru How To Choose The Best Marathons For Beginners

The Fit & Thrifty Guru How To Choose The Best Marathons For Beginners

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[markdykeman]

The 26.2 mile method to achieve fatigue, pain, triumph and closure: the story of a first marathon

On Sunday, May 8, 2016 I ran my first full marathon race (26.2 miles/42.2 KM). It has taken me some time to process this event. It didn’t seem real at the time but with some distance (sorry) it s…

3000+ words where I describe the experience of running my first marathon.  I just had to write it all down somewhere.

[kristinwaterbury]

marathon or bust!

I did it.

I ran 13.1 miles this morning. I'm halfway to the marathon!

I have alternated between eating everything in my refrigerator, laying down and and googling things like:

how to treat/prevent blisters

toes tingling after a long run

but hey! after I finished my run today, i felt like i could have gone another 5 miles (at least), so that's a good thing, right?

i may or may not be turning into a crazy marathoner, too.  i am really enjoying this training and could see myself doing a marathon every year.  perhaps the Boston Marathon is also in my future?

only time will tell!

[kristinwaterbury]

it's okay to be scared.

i have to run 13 miles on saturday.

no, i'm not running a half marathon. i'm just training for my full marathon. oh, i've run 13 miles before, but this should be no big deal, right?

wrong. 

i've had a knot in the pit of my stomach since this morning, and my mind has been playing games with me since last Saturday, the minute i finished my 12 mile run.  i am worried that i won't finish the run, that i'll accidentally eat something the night before that will hinder my run. i'm scared because 13 miles is far and it will hurt.

this article in Runner's World was so good to read because i know i'm not alone. no matter how many times i run 3 or 7 or 13 miles, i'll always be nervous.

Last Sunday, I ran 20 miles. (Technically, my Garmin tells me, it was 20.23, but who's counting?) In itself, this is not a remarkable thing. I'm training for a marathon that's about four weeks away, so yeah, a 20-mile long run sounds about right. I've built up to it gradually. And it's not like I've never run 20 miles before. I've got 22 marathons under my belt (and one 21-mile non-competitive timed fitness event!), so even if you conservatively figure I ran just one 20-mile long run before each, that's at least 46 times I've run 20 miles or more. So, no, the run alone wasn't noteworthy. What was noteworthy was the way I felt the day before. I felt... scared.

if you're a runner, you might appreciate the article too!

[timothyphiggins-blog]

Running Marathons for Charity, by Timothy Higgins

Running a marathon is an incredible achievement in its own right, but raising funds for a charity while running a marathon can make the accomplishment even more rewarding, because you have contributed to a worthy cause.  Some marathons are already affiliated with charitable organizations. You can join those, or you can select a charity that you are truly passionate about, and find people and businesses to sponsor you for the run.  It might seem daunting to ask for donations, but it is actually quite simple. You can ask friends, family, and colleagues to sponsor you at only $1 per mile. Most people end up donating more than $26; on the average, a person donates $50 toward a marathoner’s run. Even if you only find 10 people to donate for you, you will have raised $500. Remember, too, that some employers offer matching donations. To make your sponsors feel more involved in their donation, create an online fundraising website where people can donate directly. You can include detailed information about your charity, as well as your own personal story and why you have chosen to run a marathon. Send out regular e-mails to your friends and family on your training process to keep them involved in your running.  When the marathon is over, remember to contact your sponsors and let them know how you did, and how much money they helped you raise for the charity. About Timothy Higgins: In 2006, Timothy Higgins ran the New York City marathon for Team for Kids. He ran the Chicago marathon in 2007, and 30 days later, ran the New York City marathon once again for Race with Purpose, a charity that concentrates on ending childhood obesity.

[foodshoesandbuildings]

Goals and Firsts

I am so so so close to my goal is raising $500 for Train4Autism! Anyone who feels like helping me out and showing some support through my training I would be greatly appreciative of a small $10 donation. thank you so much to all those who have donated so far! Thank you notes went out. Looking forward to my first big road race in a while!