Big Runs.

Preparing for the marathon was quite the challenge.  Part of that challenge was two 20 miles long runs.  Those weeks were particularly challenging because the week mileage was also so high.  During the week I ran two five mile runs and one ten.  The first 20 miler  I ran with a CARA (Chicago Area Running Association) and the second one I ran with friends in the Chicago Marathon.  I was proud of myself!

Putting your name on your shirt and hearing it called during a race could be the greatest thing ever.