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Lynn 007 · 07-06-2007, 11:24 AM

I joined a running group in April of this year with my plan/schedule to run the Marine Corp Marathon in Washington, D.C. this October. The more I think of the distance and what an accomplishment this will be for me (I quit smoking in February) the more self-doubt rears its ulgy head - telling me marathons are for serious athletes not for people who start running in their 40's. In my core I know I can do this and I see myself crossing the finish line - mind you most people have gone home by the time I finish but I finish on my own two feet and that is my goal.

Although it is still months away I'm finding myself starting to make excuses not to cross train three days a week and put in all the miles I should be putting in. The thought of success is overwhelming. Any tips on staying focused and reaching this goal?

Thanks

07-06-2007, 11:24 AM	#1 (permalink)
Lynn 007 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 367	My First Marathon - Staying motivated I joined a running group in April of this year with my plan/schedule to run the Marine Corp Marathon in Washington, D.C. this October. The more I think of the distance and what an accomplishment this will be for me (I quit smoking in February) the more self-doubt rears its ulgy head - telling me marathons are for serious athletes not for people who start running in their 40's. In my core I know I can do this and I see myself crossing the finish line - mind you most people have gone home by the time I finish but I finish on my own two feet and that is my goal. Although it is still months away I'm finding myself starting to make excuses not to cross train three days a week and put in all the miles I should be putting in. The thought of success is overwhelming. Any tips on staying focused and reaching this goal? Thanks