Today was my first training day for the marathon. I joined the Brighton marathon training group (http://www.brightonmarathon.co.uk/running_community.html) which gathers every Sundays on different locations around Brighton. The targeted running distance today was of 9.5 miles and I was thrilled to have survived it. I met the group at Hove Park and I was often blown away by the amazing views. On the way I thought I should have brought my camera, but unfortunately I had nothing to take pictures with. I might go back there for a walk and in that case, I would be posting pictures. The mud was a bit of a problem and I resented not wearing appropriate running shoes so one bit of advice : make sure you have the right shoes! Also make sure not to ask how many miles you have done so far as the answer might be discouraging! I felt exhausted , relieved and proud to have managed finishing the run. I felt that running along a group was very motivating and helped me keep going so I will definitely recommend it.
I would love to hear about your first marathon experience, so feel free to share. For me it was a challenge as I wasn't sure whether I will manage it or not and I was quite surprised to not be completely exhausted. I still managed to walk and catch my bus back home.
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