Have I gone mad?
37, grossly overweight and haven't run further than 50 yards in years (and that was more of a moderate amble for a train resulting in 30 minutes of profuse sweating, than a lycra clad sprint followed by a swig of isotonic liquid).
Now I find myself signed up to the London Marathon in 2009, running on behalf of the Anthony Nolan Trust.
The motivation, if I'm truly honest, probably has more to do with an early mid life crisis than uber generosity for the cause, but now I'm here it's clear the ANT do real worthwhile and lifesaving work, and more selfishly there's a challenge here of significant proportions but with an obvious pay back - how can I complete training and the marathon without losing some of the weight that's steadfastly stuck to my hips for far too long?
There is no turning back.
On the bright side my motor racing requires me to have a medical each year to maintain the racing licence and, aside the weight, there is nothing apparently untoward reported there. I also have a gym membership that needs more use, and a pair of running shoes which have yet to see much mileage.
So here we go.....
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2 comments:
Good luck mate. You have a lot to do!
Charlie
Great start Stacy.
Of course I'm concerned that you in a 12 stone body will be even more competitive on track, but on the upside I have plenty of stylish waisted shirts and hipster trousers that I'll be able to sell you.
You'll also be able to sell your existing race overalls to an F3 race team. There will be enough material for them to make a couple of car covers.
Look forward to the progress on what is in every way a phenominal effort and delighted to see the cause that you have adopted.
More power to your knees.
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