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Reason #26
I can run down the street in a tutu and not everyone will think I’m crazy
I can run down the street in a tutu and not everyone will think I’m crazy
Reason #25
I have a place where I can ring a cowbell and
in my head scream “More cowbell!”
I have a place where I can ring a cowbell and
in my head scream “More cowbell!”
Reason #24
I get to eat anything I want post-marathon (BURRITO!!!!)
I get to eat anything I want post-marathon (BURRITO!!!!)
Reason #23
I get to collect medals which make me feel like a winner just for trying
I get to collect medals which make me feel like a winner just for trying
Reason #22
I know that the cheers of a stranger really do make a difference
I know that the cheers of a stranger really do make a difference
Reason #21
I’ve discovered that high fives from kids can make your day
I’ve discovered that high fives from kids can make your day
Reason #20
I’ve gotten to read so many funny and unique signs on the courses
I’ve gotten to read so many funny and unique signs on the courses
Reason #19
I discovered that sometimes it’s more fun to cheer
on a friend than run the race yourself
I discovered that sometimes it’s more fun to cheer
on a friend than run the race yourself
Reason #18
They’ve helped me meet new people and make new friends
They’ve helped me meet new people and make new friends
Reason #17
I’ve gotten to explore new cities through different races
I’ve gotten to explore new cities through different races
Reason #16
I have an excuse to be outside regularly
I have an excuse to be outside regularly
Reason #15
I’ve learned about my body and abilities
I’ve learned about my body and abilities
Reason #14
I’ve learned the importance of rest
I’ve learned the importance of rest
Reason #13
Months of training gives me a reason to eat healthier
Months of training gives me a reason to eat healthier
Reason #12
Running regularly keeps me healthy
Running regularly keeps me healthy
Reason #11
I've been able to run in the footsteps of Olympians
and world record holders
I've been able to run in the footsteps of Olympians
and world record holders
Reason #10
I’ve learned how to be humble
I’ve learned how to be humble
Reason #9
I’m a more self-confident person in all aspects of my life
I’m a more self-confident person in all aspects of my life
Reason #8
I’ve learned to deal with disappointment
I’ve learned to deal with disappointment
Reason #7
I’ve learned how to plan to accomplish my goals
I’ve learned how to plan to accomplish my goals
Reason #6
I’ve learned to set realistic goals
I’ve learned to set realistic goals
Reason #5
I get to challenge myself over and over again
I get to challenge myself over and over again
Reason #4
They’ve made me do things I’ve said I’d never do
They’ve made me do things I’ve said I’d never do
Reason #3
They’ve taught me what true determination is
They’ve taught me what true determination is
Reason #2
They give me time to talk to God
They give me time to talk to God
Reason #1
They make me believe that what my
parents said when I was little is true:
"Anything is possible if you try"
They make me believe that what my
parents said when I was little is true:
"Anything is possible if you try"
5 comments:
What a great post! I have the same sentiments about marathons!! :)
awesome reasons. have fun tomorrow and see you there!
Thank you! Marathon running is so wonderful! If I could get everyone I know to train for a race I would. I swear they really do change your life. :o)
I'm still saying that you can burritos anytime you want! ;)
Congrats on your finish!
Just found your blog, and I'm already quite smitten. Can't wait to read more!
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