A lot of people, myself included, will casually think about running as an individual pursuit. After all, you have to manage to get yourself from start to finish while enduring mental and physical challenges that only you can appreciate as you are experiencing them - even if you're surrounded by other runners.
But one reason this whole thing is happening is because I decided this year to train with a small group - of marathoners, compared to my solo training for many years at essentially "5K" distances. And now by pushing myself to get with that program, and then pushing each other along the way, I am in position to complete (and truly compete in) a marathon! Going back, I have been fortunate to meet many runners who have exhibited tremendous dedication and camaraderie. And further back, I had great coaches, teammates and family who introduced me to running.
No names just yet - we've got time for that. What is it now - 24 weeks to Boston?
