I did it! I finally ran my first Half Marathon. My goal was simple, finish on time (so it counts) and not die in the process! I didn’t want to set any record. I just wanted to enjoy my first Half Marathon.
The Luxembourg ING Night Marathon is a wonderful run. Although, I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone that has never run a Half or Full Marathon. It is all hills. I know I wasn’t the only one walking on a few of the uphills. It’s a beautiful race. Just rough if you are not use to hills. I did a lot a hills training before the race and it wasn’t enough.
Also, I did run this entire race in my kilt. I have a Sport Kilt in the Air Force Tarten and I was the only one in a kilt. I had many fans on the route. Many screaming my name or go Scotland (I’m American, but hey I have Scottish roots) and many photo’s taken as I ran by.
I think, like many, at 12 miles I thought why did I volunteer myself do to this and was just saying keep going keep going…
Crossing the finish line I felt like a giant! Almost cried when they put that medal around my neck. What a great feeling it was. Now, looking for my next half and to prepare better for the race.
Lopaka
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