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By LisaMergs, in Fitness & Exercise

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LisaMergs    2,854

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Getting kind of anxious here...

Been working out and running like a ninja for months, with no end game in sight other than attaining health. I'm 20 lbs from goal, and today is my 7 month mark from surgery.

A while ago I decided to sign up for a 5k/15k run here in Chicago called the hot chocolate Run. Couple gal pals will be joining me.

Thing is, I'm freaking out. Seriously nervous, especially when I realized yesterday that it was only 7 days away.

I am not looking to "win". Just to finish. And I think I can do it. Originally, I signed up for the 5, but then changed to the 15. I mean, why not go for the whole kit and caboodle???

Just needed to put this out there. Like mojo-juju stuff. Get rid of the scared feelings, hoping to replace them with confidence and determination. To tell the world and the cosmos that I WILL do it.

Thanks for the space to do so.

And if 8 days from now no one hears from me, I've either been trampled by the masses or collapsed and died on the run.

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LisaMergs    2,854

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Thanks friends. Feel like I've a huge weight on my shoulders right now. Unusual feeling for me. Pounded some more pavement tonight to work it out.

Have a few other things I'd like to pound, but would likely get in all kinds of trouble...

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I'm debating running the half-length of the Big Sur Marathon with a friend, who's kind of hinted around me doing it with her. I think I have five months to prepare for it ... the thought of it does make me nervous as hell tho. Good luck on your run and Go Cats!

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You have probably set it up as a kind of milestone in your mind with your weight loss and fitness goals, which is why it's become kind of a big deal in your mind...you don't want to NOT finish, because then you'd feel like it diminishes you in some way, is my guess. But it doesn't! You've achieved a lot. If you don't finish, there will always be more marathons. Just do your best, you will probably surprise yourself.

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7 months......tremendous achievements.

Could you ever see yourself in a 5K race.......or a 15K race when you were contemplating the future pre-op ?

It is my opinion that you've already won the race. The health and emotional benefits you've tapped into through the training and ramp up to this event have to be leaving you feeling 10 feet tall and bulletproof.

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LisaMergs    2,854

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7 months......tremendous achievements.

Could you ever see yourself in a 5K race.......or a 15K race when you were contemplating the future pre-op ?

It is my opinion that you've already won the race. The health and emotional benefits you've tapped into through the training and ramp up to this event have to be leaving you feeling 10 feet tall and bulletproof.

Nope. Could not see myself doing this ever. Couldn't see myself walking to the end of the driveway without pain, stopping or help...

10 feet tall and bulletproof? Yes. Yes. For many reasons, this being one of them.

Feel invincible at times -- most times. Thank you. Your opinion and confidence is greatly appreciated Dub.

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LisaMergs    2,854

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You have probably set it up as a kind of milestone in your mind with your weight loss and fitness goals, which is why it's become kind of a big deal in your mind...you don't want to NOT finish, because then you'd feel like it diminishes you in some way, is my guess. But it doesn't! You've achieved a lot. If you don't finish, there will always be more marathons. Just do your best, you will probably surprise yourself.

Nail on the head I think. Wow. Great insight. Thank you!!!

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You have probably set it up as a kind of milestone in your mind with your weight loss and fitness goals, which is why it's become kind of a big deal in your mind...you don't want to NOT finish, because then you'd feel like it diminishes you in some way, is my guess. But it doesn't! You've achieved a lot. If you don't finish, there will always be more marathons. Just do your best, you will probably surprise yourself.

Nail on the head I think. Wow. Great insight. Thank you!!!

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LisaMergs    2,854

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I'm debating running the half-length of the Big Sur Marathon with a friend, who's kind of hinted around me doing it with her. I think I have five months to prepare for it ... the thought of it does make me nervous as hell tho. Good luck on your run and Go Cats!

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Let's find one that runs through campus! The changes there are crazy! Did you hear Norris is coming down??? Did you know it now has a Starbucks AND a dunkin donuts????

Go Cats!!

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I'm debating running the half-length of the Big Sur Marathon with a friend, who's kind of hinted around me doing it with her. I think I have five months to prepare for it ... the thought of it does make me nervous as hell tho. Good luck on your run and Go Cats!

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Let's find one that runs through campus! The changes there are crazy! Did you hear Norris is coming down??? Did you know it now has a Starbucks AND a dunkin donuts????

Go Cats!!

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I'd be inclined to run my ass over to Buffalo Joe's and get an order of cheddar chips. I haven't been back to campus in years--I'd love to see how it's changed. And Starbucks? Holy hell.

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LisaMergs    2,854

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I'm debating running the half-length of the Big Sur Marathon with a friend, who's kind of hinted around me doing it with her. I think I have five months to prepare for it ... the thought of it does make me nervous as hell tho. Good luck on your run and Go Cats!

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Let's find one that runs through campus! The changes there are crazy! Did you hear Norris is coming down??? Did you know it now has a Starbucks AND a dunkin donuts????

Go Cats!!

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I'd be inclined to run my ass over to Buffalo Joe's and get an order of cheddar chips. I haven't been back to campus in years--I'd love to see how it's changed. And Starbucks? Holy hell.

Tommy Nevins!!!!!!!!! Still the best fish and chips around

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That's the Dunkin inside Norris... Downstairs. Starbucks is upstairs.

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Sorry for posting late, but you can do this.

I was so weak and far behind my expectations when I returned to activity that I thought I would never get there.

I am now almost where I was years ago with my endurance and performance, and have set goal for a 63 mile bike race early next year to take it to the next level. This way I stay motivated to keep training thru the LOOOOOOOOOOOOG winter months.

Keep moving and enjoy the journey

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Good Luck! Let Us know how you did - I have my second 5K in 2 weeks and then a 5 mile at thanksgiving in Austin with my nieces and I am still worried - I can't imagine doing a 15 K!!

You are a great inspiration - I am also at 7 months and 15 from goal - i would NEVER have thought i would run a 5k or even5 minutes -

gooooooooo us!

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