How do other people manage the anticipation/excitement/anxiety? You'd think at this point in my life with so many competitions behind me of various sorts, that I'd have it all under control. I don't remember getting this keyed up for a horse show. In part I think that is because there was always so much to think about before setting foot in the ring - preparations, grooming, braiding, schooling, etc. With running, there is none of that intermediary activity. And it's so raw. You run or you don't. It's all you. No horse as partner. Random thoughts:
- When I hit a tough time, remember it will pass. On a run things don't stay the same, so hang in there, it will improve around the corner.
- Just keep putting one foot in front of the other.
- Don't worry about time, just finish and focus on how great that sense of accomplishment will feel!
- I know and believe I can do it, so I can!
- To even think of doing a marathon, I need to show I can do this.
- Think of it as just a training run for the Roanoke half marathon.
- Do the work, leave the rest to God.
- "I must go through the valley to stand upon the mountain of God" - Third Day
- If ultramarathon man can do 200+ miles, I can certainly do 15!
