Running Towards the Goal

Well, I am one step further along in my marathon training. Today I made a doctor's appointment. One more thing to check off my list. One more thing getting me closer to the goal. I can't get in until the end of December. I asked them to contact me if anything earlier opens up. I hope it does.

Today was a beautiful sunny day in the 50's. I got in a good 4 miler. I've started to do some running in the grass again. I can't believe how much softer it is compared to the pavement. I just think it would be good if I can get some of my mileage in on softer terrain. So, I'll give it a whirl.

The other thing that happened today was that I received an email from Fleet Feet who wanted me to know they will be starting up a training session in January for the April half marathon. They will do their long runs on Sunday mornings which will work for me. I did inquire about training plans for the full marathon, but have not heard back from them yet. I do know that I have a desire to be part of a group training. I just know I am going to need the support. This will be by far the hardest physical thing I have ever attempted to do and I am not about to do this on my own. Just as the Lord would not have us embrace a "lone ranger" Christian lifestyle, (that's one reason we are to be part of a local church family), I do believe runners aspiring to complete a marathon would be wise to connect with others to help them get to the finish. When I trained for my first half marathon, I did it on my own, by the grace of God. But this time it's diffent. Not that the grace of God would not be sufficient. I just believe this is part of the path I'm to take on this journey. So, I am going to trust that God will hook me up with a group of other runners. And who knows what plans He may have for them to get aquainted with one who loves Him beyond measure. Who witnesses to fanatical runners? Maybe another fanatical runner!