Marathon update

Working for a living really interferes with my life. I'm so annoyed that I haven't been able to blog about my marathon journey but I am happy to report that training went really well. It was actually a lot easier than I anticipated. Hopefully, I will be able to say the same about the race tomorrow. Here's a quick recap:

• The 3 x 20 mile runs were awesome. Average paces for each #1 - 10:09, #2 - 10:02 and #3 - 9:41 and we weren't even trying to shave time.
• The first 2 minutes of an ice bath are miserable but by minute 10, I don't want to get out.
• Christy and Dana are the greatest running partners.
• I wish the training plan was 2 weeks shorter. I felt incredible and ready two weeks ago, now I'm exhausted and achy.
• I prefer the Sunday long runs to the shorter (tedious) weekly runs.
• I am having issues with my knee. The back of it swelled up after our last long run. Dr says it's not a major issue. I believe it is related to my hamstring being tight. I'm hoping I don't cramp tomorrow.
• I am ready to finish this race but more importantly, I am ready to rest. And I want that stupid sticker.

Ok, I'm off to finish packing now. Looking forward to our final and ultimate long Sunday run tomorrow!