As I trained for Providence, I obviously had my sights set on that course, that race, that day. It was part of my ultimate goal of running a Boston Qualifier, and my confidence after NYC wasn't quite where it should have been to attempt a BQ at Boston this year. Training for Providence felt more realistic, but as April 20th crept closer and closer, I started to have regrets. Boston had been the start of this whole life-changing journey, and it felt so strange to be a spectator. Now, I'll be totally honest, the cruddy weather for Boston this year quelled some of those regrets, because it looked miserable, but I still missed running that race, especially now that I am so tuned into my running.
Grateful for these two! |
This is a new beginning, with a new goal race and a different approach to training. This training cycle will introduce me to some new elements, build a solid foundation, and I know it'll help prepare me for another shot at a qualifying time for Boston 2016. It'll be, quite literally, a last ditch effort on Long Island on September 13th. That's two days before the predicted opening for Boston registration, and wouldn't that fall right in line with perfect timing?
Here's a recent article about the Suffolk County Marathon, an inaugural marathon, and hopefully my perfectly-timed race!
Suffolk County Marathon
Today was a rest day...tomorrow I run. This little runner is ready to tackle Long Island!
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