Marathon Reflections - first 5 -miler

After realizing that my first 3 4-milers were actually 3 milers because I confused street names in google maps, it was very disappointing. But next day I did the actual 4 miles and it was hard with pain in my stomach and back. Wasn't a good feeling but I didn't stop. And I told myself this will get better when my body gets used to it. And I think that's precisely what happened. I did my first 5-miler today. Went all the way to Brooklyn bridge and back. And that was a great feeling and easier than 4-miler.

Again proves the point that everything in life follows normal distribution. You get a hump midway through the challenge, but if you cross it, its all downward slope from then on. And weather being awesome today, I had a lot of buddies on the trail. When running long distance I remember Newton's first law of motion. A body in motion or rest remains in motion or at rest unless an external unbalanced force acts on it. When I am beyond 3 miles, I am in a inertia which can be only stopped by the external force of mental block / injuries which so far has not occurred yet (fingers crossed).

To my surprise when I told my mom that I ran 8 miles she was giving me sound fitness advice. She told me to not to take shower immediately after the run and not to drink water. I knew some of the advice she gave me but I was happy to see her participating in my challenge. And her knowledge about fitness comes from Ramdev yoga camp she has been attending, who knew Ramdev will indirectly influence my Marathon.

Marathon Reflections (Apr 1st)

Today being my second day of 4 mile practice towards Marine Corps Marathon October 25th I was quite excited. Especially because I registered for it today along with Varun. I know I need to go from 4 to 26.2 but its encouraging that I finished 4 miles in half hour.

Today was a fun run because it was raining. To my surprise the running track was not empty. Track being next to FDR Dr., passing by cars splashed water on runners which was surprisingly ok and I didn't even try to avoid them. There was a layer of water on the track which when looking down gives a perception of running on water and you can see your reflection.
My current mile stone is from 18th street (My Apt) south to Cherry street and back which is total of 4 miles.

I wanted to inspire and get inspiration from friends who might decide to run this year. So far Varun fell into this category which is a very good start. I have seen in the past that I perform very well in competitive environment.