My first marathon!!
How did this happen so quickly?
Here are some pre-race reflections… I’m thinking out loud here. I feel very nervous, but very excited. I’ve been shaking all day- restless, agitated, and unable to stomach my food. My appetite’s gone completely! I’m snacking away after having a small dinner, gradually tying to get the carbs in. Flapjacks are my friend- I’m making my way through 3 Trek bars, which are keeping me very happy.
I’m trying to take my mind off things by watching crap TV with my family. It’s so nice to be able to switch off for a moment.
I’m incredibly grateful for this training season. I’ve had some incredible highs and some shocking lows. To overcome my nerves and try to relax a little bit, I’m trying to be a wee bit philosophical and remember the reasons I’m doing this marathon. After all, everyone who runs a marathon has a story.
I honestly have no idea what to expect from tomorrow, but I’m hoping to enjoy as much of it as I can. After all, you only get one shot at your first marathon!
Wish me luck for tomorrow guys!
Lots of love,
Pippa xx
Good luck!! Enjoy every mile 🙂
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Yes. Good luck. The flattest marathon in the UK (apparently) so it should be fun 😀
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Good luck! Think positive – you can do it 😀
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The joy of a first go at any distance is that just finishing automatically gives you a PB so time is not important, just enjoy the atmosphere. Have fun.
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Good luck!
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Smiles for miles….except mile 18, that mile can Bugger off 😉 , looking forward to the write up after what will be a great day!
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Best of luck Pippa. Just enjoy it the best you can. You CAN do it
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Best of luck! You’re going to have a wonderful time!
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Good luck!!!
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best of luck…enjoy!
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Enjoy the run! GL
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My fave marathon quote is attributed to a guy called Frank Shorter, who turned to his fellow runner Kenny Moore at mile 16 and said “why couldn’t Pheidippides have died here?”
Best of luck. And don’t forget to enjoy it!
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This made me laugh so hard!!
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Good luck! I’m sure you’ll do great!
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Good luck! Enjoy the experience and remember you’re guaranteed a PB! 🙂
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Gooooooood luck!
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You’re probably long done by now but I hope you had a GREAT race!
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sooo. How’d it go?
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I’m back tracking here and catching up and I already saw the post in my email that you ran it!! I can’t wait to read all about it!!
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