9 is my lucky number.
9 is also the number of days (according the official website countdown) between now and the 2012 ING New York City marathon.
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| 9 days. 20 hours. Blah. Blah. Blah. |
Here are the 9 ways that I am preparing for this SUPER EXCITING MAJOR EVENT that is happening in a little over 9 days …
1. READ EVERYTHING. WATCH ANYTHING. ENVISION MARATHON.
What have you done this week?
Well, I read 15+ NYC Marathon race recaps and watched countless marathon videos. My eyes might have welled up once or twice, or every single time.
At this one ….
Oh right and this one too….
Why? Well first I am somewhat looking forward to next Sunday (understatement) but also because I am still pretty scared of the unknown. I mentioned that I had the chance to run parts of the course during my training, but I know it's not the real thing.
Who am I kidding? It’s just because THIS is the only thing I can think about.
2. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY
Coaches sternly told us at practice on Monday night to stop running if we encounter any pain out of the ordinary. On the contrary, I felt FABULOUS and even turned a casual run into a little speed drill.
Yesterday was a different story. I had every intention of hightailing it uptown for TFK practice #2 until a nagging pain in my legs wouldn’t go away. By noon, I knew that this new pain was telling me to just go home.
Guess who skipped practice? This girl!
Guess who doesn’t mind since she’s in TAPERville? This girl!
I ran this morning so all is well. M and I even ran through the finish area in Central Park. EEEKKKK!
3. MAKE A SCHEDULE TO BE PREPARED
Did I mention that I like schedules? And lists? And organization?
I have a stellar word document in the making which details every hour of my weekend starting on the morning of Friday, November 2nd. We all have ways to stay focused and living by a piece of paper is mine.
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That reminds me, I need to make a packing list. On to that one next!
4. ASSEMBLE THE MARATHON CREW
You know who you are! Anyone that plans on spectating November 4th, holler at your girl. The more faces to look forward along the course, the better.
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| Marathon cheering is SO fun! Ask S! |
I assigned Wildcat (Dad) escort for the day and placed some of my favorite smiling faces on 1st Avenue to help me get over the 59th Street Bridge. Anyone else? It’s fun, I promise!
5. STALK THE FORECAST
The 10 Day forecast isn’t showing November 4th yet BUT November 3rd looks lovely. I’m going to assume the same sunshine and brisk fall weather which would be FABULOUS for running 26.2 miles.
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| Saturday! You look nice! Tell Sunday to do the same! |
STAY AWAY HURRICANE SANDY! NYC has a marathon on the agenda and no room for you.
6. HELP OTHERS
Although I haven’t run the marathon before, many of my closest friends have. Luckily, they continue to share with me endless amounts of tips and helpful hints. I’m trying to spread the marathon love this week because who doesn’t love positive energy?
Plus, like Oprah I also believe that Newton’s Law applies to all aspects of life.
7. EAT HEALTHY. DRINK WATER. AVOID CATASTROPHE.
Perhaps nutrition hasn’t been my strong point during this training process. I am a little over a week out and need to focus. Get out of here Halloween candy and cupcakes. I need to be “light as a feather” and as hydrated as a swimming pool. Are swimming pools hydrated? Who cares, it sounds funny.
Also, avoid catastrophe is a BIG one. Not really sure how I am going to do this but I should start by not texting while I walk. Next week I would like to hide in a bubble.
8. FOAM ROLL. STRETCH. REPEAT.
I tried to foam roll last night but the glutes weren't having it. I will try again tonight and tomorrow night and the next night and the next night... I think you get it?
9. SMILE & STAY POSITIVE!
This is such an exciting time! This is such an AMAZING race!
Did you watch the videos? What's not to be excited for?
Life is good.
Lots of love and laughs!
XOXO
LA
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