In a month’s time I will be in Arizona rocking my fourth marathon. I am pumped and scared to death at the same time.
My nerves kicked in weeks ago! Part of me is worried that I did not get in enough speed & tempo runs. I’ve been tiredlessly analyzing my running log and comparing it to my older ones. This year I haven’t run as many races. That is playing in the back of my head over and over again. Yes. I need to to stop.
With all that said I am excited about visiting Arizona, a state that I have never been. Watch out Tucson and Phoenix! I’m so looking forward to the hot temperatures! I know Audrey and I will have a blast. We’re staying at the swanky Hilton in Tucson for two nights (before and after the race). That is enough to get me on a plane!
One more 30-32k run this weekend. I’ll taper for 2.5 weeks.
I hope I don’t drive myself crazy! I have some exciting projects to work on (which I timed nicely) to pass the time. Don’t be surprised. I have many interests like reading, this blog, news (goes with my job), politics (also goes with my job), cooking, writing, crossfit, sleeping and the list goes on.
Tapering can be fun! (At least that is what I will tell myself!)
Enjoy AZ! Hopefully it won't be too hot. NYC was a little to cold and windy for my liking this time around, maybe I should try AZ next time.
Thanks! I am crossing my fingers about the heat.