I could feel the energy

The post Ironman recovery went pretty well.  I seemed to get through the race without any injury or health issues. In the weeks following I didn't do much for workouts, a few easy rides and the team had a wrap up ride and tail gate party to kick start the new season.

Five weeks later on the thanksgiving weekend I ran a Marathon.  A marathon in Victoria B.C.

Deb and I arrived on Friday to sunshine and 12 degree weather, perfect for running.  I did not really do much running in the last month as I was recovering form the Ironman race.  Work was pretty busy so I never did get a chance to do any long distance runs.  I was not sure how this marathon was going to go.

I awoke early as Deb had an early start for the half that she was going to run. The energy I could feel as we walked towards the starting area. 8000 people making their way a starting line is a pretty inspiring thing. Each and every person has a story to tell about their journey and how they got there. Deb has a story and I am so proud of her.


We met Kathrine Switzer , she was the first woman to run in the Boston marathon and was attacked by the race director for being a woman, running in a "mens only event".  He tried to tackle her and get her out of the race.  Thanks to some bystanders he failed. Now 61% of the athletes in this weekend's events are women.

I am looking forward to the race.