Bagging peaks. August 2009.
Three years ago today I attempted to run 100 miles. But not just any 100 miles. 100 miles of rocky terrain and high mountain passes with elevation gains of close to 27,000 feet. I attempted to run one of the toughest ultra-marathons in the country: the Wasatch 100. I say attempt because I didn't quite make it to the end of the 100 miles. I made it just over halfway to 53.1 miles.
And now, three years later, I am struggling to run a measly 5 miles. What happened to me?! Marriage. Starting a new life. Moving to the other side of the country. Pregnancy. And a baby. That's what happened.
But I am determined to get back there. Back into endurance running shape.
And, although I didn't finish all 100 miles, I am happy with what I accomplished in training for and running that beast of a race. Someday, I will do it again. And, when I do, I will finish it.
The Wasatch Mountain Range from 9,990 feet.
Holy moly! I am so impressed that you ran that far. I cannot picture running more than a marathon. You will get back there- I came back from my first pregnancy fitter and faster than before.
ReplyDeleteYou'll get back there! I didn't run until after I had my first daughter and getting back to it after my second was hard. But I'm running my first marathon in 5 weeks and I know I'll rock it! Then I just have to worry about getting it back after deciding to have my third!
ReplyDeleteOh wow!! Endurance running. I could not imagine doing endurance running but I am in total awe of people who do. If you could do 53 miles before then I'm sure that you will get back there again. Just make the time to train :)
ReplyDeleteInspiring. If you can get married, move across the country, have a baby and get back into endurance shape then I have no excuses!
ReplyDeleteWow, I totally agree! You are truly inspiring. 53 miles is amazing.
ReplyDeleteWe (me and hubby) are planning on "hiking-walking" the Wasatch 100mile course before next years race. Wish us luck! xoxo
PS: We need your suggestions about purchasing a Garmin or other device.