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I Have A Secret Desire To Run The Chicago Marathon!

"Do you want to run a marathon, too?"

The word going hand-in-hand on the street is: "Lance Armstrong and the Chicago Marathon".

As if anyone thinking of trying to keep up with him on a bike wasn't daunting enough!

And let me tell you, running the Chicago Marathon would be a big deal for a non-runner like me.

Here's the thing...

Just because I don't consider myself a "real runner" doesn't mean that I couldn't actually do it, right?

Is this a dream of yours, too?
Well, let's say we do this - let's use this to examine just what it really entails.

By the time we've finished combing over this - with absolutely no sweat by the way - let's hope that we've clear about what it's like to prepare to go through it, without necessarily entering a race.

Then, if we decide that we're still attracted to the idea of running a marathon one - we'll have an idea of what it actually takes to do it.
diddy Pictures, Images and Photos

Doubtfully, we'll shave our heads like Sean "Diddy" Combs did when he ran the Boston Marathon. Or, did he run the New York Marathon?

Oprah Winfrey Pictures, Images and Photos

There won't be any camera crews covering it, just like when Oprah ran her marathon.

Katie Holmes Pictures, Images and Photos

Didn't you hear something about Katie Holmes running a marathon not too long ago?

Apparently, you can appear to have everything and still have the desire to conquer your own world by saying that you've done it... you've completed a marathon!

It's Almost Time To Get Started!

The Latest Registration Information

It's Almost Time To Get Started!

The Latest Registration Information

Registration for the 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will open to the public beginning at 12 p.m.* (CST) on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. The registration fee is $150 for U.S. participants and $175 for participants outside the U.S. Registration will close when the participant capacity of 45,000 is reached.

* Please note that registration will open at a new time of day this year, beginning at 12 p.m. (noon) rather than 12 a.m. (midnight).

Event Entry Requirements:

The 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon has a required maximum net finish time of 6 hours and 30 minutes (h:mm:ss/6:30:59).
Participants must be 16 years or older on race day, October 7, 2012, to register. Participants 16-17 years of age must have a statement signed by their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate.
Sale and/or transfer of race entries/bib numbers is strictly prohibited. All entry fees are non-refundable, and may not be deferred toward a future event.
Read the Official Event Rules & Guidelines; http://www.chicagomarathon.com/CMS400Min/chicago_marathon/runner_information/index.aspx?id=5045

Can I Really Do This?

Here's the thing...

Just because I don't consider myself a "real runner" doesn't mean that I couldn't actually do it, right?

Is this a dream of yours, too?
Well, let's say we do this - let's use this to examine just what it really entails.

By the time we've finished combing over this - with absolutely no sweat by the way - let's hope that we've clear about what it's like to prepare to go through it, without necessarily entering a race.

Then, if we decide that we're still attracted to the idea of running a marathon, or a half marathon - we'll have an idea of what it actually takes.

The Hardest Part

The Training. Difficult for Most New Runners Like Me

The "Tip of the Week" from Nike's Coach Jay

"Create Program - For the runner who has some experience with racing and wants to achieve a faster finishing time.

The Intermediate 1 program will take you through a phased approach: establishing a baseline, building strength and transitioning to hard workouts.

The first three weeks will focus on mileage build-up, then transition to interval work in preparation for your 5k race."

We're the beginner-just-got-my-first-pair-of-running-shoes type of runner!

Well, thank you very much Coach - but this ain't us.

H-E-L-P!

2011 Chicago Marathon Results

October 9, 2011
(Last updated on December 5, 2011)
35755 Finishers - 20284 Men / 15471 Female

Men's Leaderboard

Moses Mosop 2:05:37
Wesley Korir 2:06:15
Bernard Kipyego 2:06:29
Bekana Daba 2:07:59
Ryan Hall 2:08:04

Women's Leaderboard

MLiliya Shobukhova 2:18:20
Ejegayehu Dibaba 2:22:09
Kayoko Fukushi 2:24:38
Belainesh Zemedkun Gebre 2:26:17
Christelle Daunay 2:26:41

The Chicago Marathon Ain't For Wimps

And These Guys Are NO WIMPS!

The first to go by were the wheelchair racers. They were amazing! Pictures, Images and Photos

Runner's Delights

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Running, Running and More Running!

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From The Chicago Marathon To The New York Marathon

Paula Radcliffe In Perfect Form

Chicago Marathon Blog Posts

UIC transplant director honored for raising most funds for charity in 2011 ...
AP CHICAGO ? A director of the Chicago Diabetes Project is being honored for raising the most charity funds in a 2011 marathon. Dr. Jose Oberholzer is part of the Chicago Diabetes Project's charity team. They're called "Cellmates on the Run" and they ...
Susan Ryan, 1943-2012
While battling carcinoma of the fallopian tubes, Mrs. Ryan received support at Gilda's Club of Chicago, and then volunteered to work the front desk. A year after surgeons removed 90 percent of a brain tumor in 2009, she ran a half-marathon to help ...
Steve Cannon's plan: 40 marathons in 40 days
On Sunday morning, on Chicago's Navy Pier, Cannon began what amounts to running 40 marathons - 26.2 miles per day - in 40 days around Lake Michigan. He will head north from Chicago, run through the eastern part of Wisconsin, up and over Michigan's ...
Help in the fight to restore strength
Soon, to the amazement of her physicians, her strength had increased 17 percent and she was running the 2009 Chicago Marathon. Now, Mandell's strength has increased 78 percent, she can hold a 2000-pound leg press for five seconds, and she's off of ...
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How To Train For A Marathon Or Half Marathon...

And Have FUN Doing It!

Want to learn how to train for a marathon or half marathon?

(Yes, we think we do)

Go to a guy named Brad Boughman's MarathonRookie.com website!
I've placed the link below.

This site was created for the runner who wants to experience the thrill and sensational high of
finishing their first 26.2-mile marathon or 13.1-mile half marathon.

(That would be us.)

The secret to successful marathon training and half marathon training lies within staying supremely motivated, training smart & safe, and maintaining proper nutrition.

(We will do our best.)

The days of just "gutting it out" are long gone.

Whether you are training for a marathon or half marathon, it takes a lot more than good old determination and willpower to get you through training and the big day.
Let your mind lead the way, not your body.

"Now if you are going to win any battle you have to do one thing. You have to make the mind run the body. Never let the body tell the mind what to do. The body will always give up. It is always tired in the morning, noon, and night. But the body is never tired if the mind is not tired."

- George S. Patton, U.S. Army General, 1912 Olympian

Don't be set so much on willpower and determination that you miss out on the big picture of why you want to do this.

(Okay.)

By the way, why do you want to do this?

Don't let yourself off by stopping at your first answer!
Dig deep!

(We're digging. We're digging!)

Why do you want to run a marathon or half marathon?

When you go beyond that first answer, you will begin to realize what is really driving you.

When you learn what is really driving you, then you can use that to push yourself through willpower and determination.

You will build the foundation that will get your subconscious mind working for you, not against you. In short, you are in for an incredible experience.

"We are different, in essence, from other men. If you want to win something, run 100 meters. If you want to experience something, run a marathon."

- Emil Zatopek, 1952 Olympic Marathon gold medalist

(Well... you go with your bad self, Mister Smarty Pants Man!)

Whether you're already running more than twenty miles per week or if you haven't even seen a pair of running shoes in ten years, YOU can successfully train for and finish a marathon or half marathon.

Believe in yourself.

(O...kay...)

Once you learn the right way how to train for a marathon or half marathon, you will begin to believe, then you will realize your goal.

How to train for a marathon?

Well, the books, beginner marathon training schedules, half marathon training program, free newsletter, tips, and more on this site will be your guide to helping you learn how to train for a marathon or half marathon.

If running a marathon is a long term goal, be sure to check out the 5K training and 10K training programs to get started running now.

Bookmark the site and come back often for new tips and fun stuff to keep you running injury-free and full of motivation.

Happy running!

(We're trying to smile!)

www.marathonrookie.com

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Runner & Non-Runner Feedback

C'mon... give it your best shot.

Tell me about your attempts at running or how much you run - for real.

Or, tell me about your desire to be a runner and why you can't, don't or won't run. Thanks.

PS Well folks, no more running for me! I had an arthroscopic procedure because I was in a lot of pain (no cartilage, it was down to bone-on-bone). I tried Synvisc injections which worked at first, but eventually my body rejected it. I tried... EVERYTHING to save my poor old knee. In late January 2010, my knee was "put to pasture". And, although the only physical exercise my Sport's Medicine doctor, Dr. Thomas Perkins of The Institute For Athletic Medicine at 937 North Opdyke Road in Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326 (248) 373-7600, sanctions is bike riding, swimming, and walking. I'm feeling fantastic, doing exactly what he said to do. I strongly urge you to see a Sport's Medicine specialist for injuries involving your knee(s) or shoulder(s). In my opinion, they're the best. Tell Dr. Perkins that Carlo (that's me) sent you. And no, I don't get anything for it. He's just a cool guy.

  • ThomasNKlotz Aug 24, 2011 @ 11:51 pm | delete
    Man, Enters Chicago Marathon Mosop, in his first attempt at 26.2 miles in April in Boston, finished just four seconds behind winner.

    Personal Injury Chicago
  • JenOfChicago Mar 26, 2009 @ 6:01 pm | delete
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  • Andy Jan 6, 2011 @ 10:52 am | delete
    Great work. This takes a lot of marathon training
  • coolbob Mar 22, 2009 @ 5:03 am | delete
    awesome lens! love the video links. It's just unbelievable how people can push their bodies to do great things. If you get the chance check out my How to train for a marathon blog
  • tdove Jan 12, 2009 @ 5:05 pm | delete
    Thanks for joining G Rated Lense Factory!
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