Honor

Honor:  High respect, as for worth, merit, or rank.
With Marathon training winding down and my efforts toward fundraising for the American Cancer Society coming to an end, I feel the only word I can choose this week is HONOR.  I wrote some names on my shirt this evening and although it is sad that so many people have cancer, it also made me feel honored that I can run to help find a cure.  The miles are reduced significantly and I feel like I am not doing enough...isn't that funny, someone who runs less than 40 miles in a week is thinking they aren't doing enough.  Well, I guess the least I can do is try to motivate someone.  That is one of the things I have enjoyed the most since I started running is motivating people.  I have helped people figure out a training schedule and have seen them succeed.  I have talked people into doing half marathons that they never thought they could possibly run, but they finished with pride and a sense of accomplishment.  They have thanked me for believing in them and are running more.  I am happy to hold out my hand to anyone that wants to start, even if it is just walking a 5K, everyone has to start somewhere and not everyone can run.  It is about being active, having fun, and being healthy to live a longer life!  I hope that as I continue to run and try to stay in shape I can motivate and encourage more people to start.  It is such a good feeling and I get so excited when people tell me of their successes.  People often think that the 5K they run isn't comparable to a full marathon that I have run.  But, it really isn't about the distance, it is about getting motivated and being happy and healthy and having fun while you are doing it.  So I would love to challenge anyone to start...something...feel good...it is amazing how your body feels after a workout!  Tired...probably.  Sore...yea, maybe at first.  Rewards...absolutely!