1st Marathon Complete

Below are notes written in April of 2007 on completing my first marathon.

St. Louis Marathon April 15, 2007

Well, I did it. It was a beautiful day and an awesome experience. Thanks to all those who came down to cheer me on. Seeing your faces really gave me an extra boost to get through it. Also thanks to everyone for your support and encouraging words along the 4-month journey. Especially thanks to my wife for her support and creating the following video. She had to put up with my training schedule, deal with sweaty clothes, and hear me talk about running constantly. I’m going to enjoy this relaxing time, but in a month I’ll either find a new hobby or start all over and train for a new marathon in the Fall of 2007.

My marathon technically expressed in heart rate, elevation and pace.