Haven't checked in here in a long time. The second half of 2012 is a bit of a blur.
So here goes:
After completing the Shires Marathon I was not sure what kind of goals to set for myself.
I walked the Crowley Brothers Half in early June and found out that I am definitely not a warm weather walker ( actually I learned that during the Shires, but I know for sure that I will not be signing up for distance races between Memorial Day and Labor Day).
I maintained some walking discipline over the summer knowing that I had a few races after Sept. 1.
I decided I would achieve a higher level of being a Half Fanatic and the only one I figured I could complete would be 4 races in 4 different states in 51 days.
So race number one was the Maple Leaf followed by the Wine Glass. These are two of my favorites and I am familiar with the courses. Next came two new races - Newport, RI and North Conway, NH.
The United Healthcare Half (part of the Amica Marathon weekend) was a big race and quite manageable along the coastline of Newport and past the famous mansions! The While Mountain Milers Half was small and quite the opposite in scenery - although views of the White Mountains are always welcome. It was a nice way to spend our anniversary weekend - well, I thought so.
I met some other half fanatics last fall. This one lady Peg travels all over the US taking part in races. As a matter of fact I heard from her today and she is in Baton Rouge for a Half tomorrow.
So here I am in 2013. What's my goal? To complete the Vermont City Marathon on Memorial Day weekend. Am I breaking my own rule? I suppose, but it can't really be any hotter race weekend than it was last May (a week earlier!). And technically the race is the Sunday before Memorial day Monday.
I am a part of Lynn's training group once again, but a nagging plantar issue is slowing me down, but I am determined to be ready for May. I will take part in the Westfield Half in March with the half training group. That should give me an indication as to how training is going.
More than 13 miles in one session? Been there done that. Just not since last May.
This quest, like the last one, is not about the medal. It is about the finish line!
