A Passion for Running

Welcome to the home of Mark aka The Running Blogfather – a 40 year-old dad, husband and marathon runner who's beaten injury and is on the comeback trail!

see you after the marathon!

passion for running category: running on Wednesday, October 6 2004

This will be my last post before the marathon because Lori and I are driving to Victoria tomorrow (Thursday) morning.

Good luck to you other RBF members who also happen to be running a marathon this weekend! Dianna, Mike and Hillary: You set your goal. You’ve been dedicated. You’ve put in the miles. All that remains now is the taper. Rest, eat well and manage those pre-race jitters and it will all come together on race day. There’s nothing like crossing that finish line. Nothing. Make sure you take a picture. Make sure you hang around the finish and breathe it all in. Make sure you wear your medal everywhere you go for at least 24 hours after the race. After all, around your neck is as good a place as any right? ;)

I know you will all ROCK so good luck and be strong!

Last minute advice: Go out a bit slow. You should run your first couple of miles about 30 seconds slower than race pace and make it up later. This approach allows your body to get into a rhythm and not burn it’s glycogen stores early.

I don’t know if I will be able to post anything before I return on the 14th but I’ll try to at least post my result so don’t forget about me while I’m gone!

Ciao!




18 Comments

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Comment by Jon in Michigan

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Good luck, Mark! Kick some serious marathon butt!

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Comment by Dianna (RCOH)

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

GOOODDD LUCCCKKK! I have all the confidence in the world that you will KICK A**. And even though your running buddies won’t be with you this time, remember that the entire RBF is thinking about you and wishing you a GREAT race! Looking forward to the race report!

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Comment by Rebecca

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Good luck, Mark! But I’m sure as the running blogfather, you don’t need no stinkin’ luck. But good luck anyway. I look forward to the report!

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Comment by Deene

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Enjoy the race. You’ll kick serious hiney big time!

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Comment by Oliver

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Speedy Mark, give your best… Would like to run with you!!!! I know more from your marathon prep (physically + mentally) than from most of my running fellows ;-) so why do you run so far away, haha…

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Comment by Mark

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Thanks so much Oliver. I really appreciate the good thoughts. Perhaps one day we WILL run together! You never know…

:)

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Comment by Marisa

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

GOOD LUCK and have fun!!

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Comment by Mike Paus

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Thanks Mark! Your service to us as the Blogfather has been priceless and I think you’re a great leader and motivator. I know you’ll do great on Sunday. Godspeed and I look forward to your post marathon post!

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Comment by Dani

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

GOODLUCK! Mine is next week, although I almost wish I could just get it over with and do one this weekend! Ah!

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Comment by Lara

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Good luck Mark, you’ll have wings on your feet. Have fun too and tell us all about it when you get back! *smooch**

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Comment by Alex

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

Good luck! I know you’re ready to rock!

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Comment by Susan

Wednesday October 06, 2004 @

We’re all with you, Mark. Mostly, have fun and be so proud of yourself. Go, go, go!!

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Comment by Karen

Thursday October 07, 2004 @

Good luck!!!!!

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Comment by Chris Brogan...

Thursday October 07, 2004 @

Go THAT way! No, no. You’re going the wrong way!!!! (for variety).

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Comment by Richard

Thursday October 07, 2004 @

Well, I hope that you’re checking this at least – remember, Starbucks is your laptop’s friend… Anyway, good luck. You’re fit, you’ve got a plan, and you’re going to go out there and – what was the phrase – kick that sonofabitch’s ass. Or something. Don’t forget to have a little fun while you’re at it…

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Comment by Hilary

Thursday October 07, 2004 @

Thanks for the final words of wisdom, Blogfather. The RBF is a cool thing and has a cool dad. :*) Have a fantastic run, I can’t wait to read all about it!

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Comment by Kathy

Friday October 08, 2004 @

Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Comment by april anne

Friday October 08, 2004 @

Good Luck!!! I know you will do awesome! I can’t wait to read your race report.

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