Miles:
3696 total / 179 in 2012
Goal:

I want to run so fast, I surprise myself.

Chanthana it was a tough call t...

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It was a tough call to make, but I decided not to run the San Francisco full marathon on July 25. I changed my event to run the first half marathon (I'll begin about 12 mins after the start of the marathon). After a long talk with my coach and some thinking alone, I decided this was the best scenario since I will be running the Chicago Marathon 11 weeks after SFM. Eleven weeks is cutting it close considering I would have to take ~3 weeks off after SFM, and then ramping up my CM training. (ugh, I have a lump in my throat now! Such a cry-baby!)

So, I'll continue to focus on Chicago because that is where I'm going to BQ!!!

  • Naomi
    Naomi

    I'm running the first half; see you there!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Gurmeet Soni B.
    Gurmeet Soni B.

    That sounds sensible .Sorry that you have to miss the SF.!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Chanthana

    Yay, Naomi!!! I'm so excited!
    Gurmeet, I'm still going to SF. I'm just changing the event. And the good news is I won't be in as much pain after the race. haha

    over 1 year ago Like

  • David P.
    David P.

    A tough call, but a good one. You've got a good plan in place and a great focus on your BQ at Chicago. Stay focused, work hard, you'll DO IT!!!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Kimberly
    Kimberly

    Chanthana being wise is not always easy or fun but I am glad you are keeping your focus on your main goal of getting a BQ time in Chicago.

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Sue G.
    Sue G.

    Smart decision - you are going to dominate CM10!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Michelle

    Schmoopy that BQ is so yours!!!! I think your doing the right thing!!!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Jenna O.
    Jenna O.

    The San Fran full is TOUGH, you're smart to downgrade... Chicago will be a piece of cake for you with fresh legs :-)

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Joe M.

    Great call - you will really enjoy the half and rock Chicago! Best with all your training.

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Angela A.
    Angela A.

    That must have been a very difficult decision to make! We're all behind you! CHICAGO 2010 or BUST!!!!!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Jeff H.
    Jeff H.

    I think you made a good choice. Good luck!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Kirsten A.
    Kirsten A.

    Very wise. You have to do what's right for you! And those decisions can be tough, but I think you made the right one. Yay Chicago 2010!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Jeni H.
    Jeni H.

    Sounds like a smart plan but a hard decision for you. You will rock it at Chicago!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Kristina T.
    Kristina T.

    It will all work out :) I am sure you made the right decision.

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Chanthana

    You all are incredibly supportive. Thank you! I'm not worthy!!!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Freddy O.
    Freddy O.

    Aw that's a big decision, Chanthana and I have to agree about making the right decision. Take this change, and save it to savor the following year. :)

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Trisha P.
    Trisha P.

    I would say, that was a wise choice. :)

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Francesco S.

    Chanthana, that's a smart move. Focus on your goal for CM10 and have fun in San Fran.

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Joe J.
    Joe J.

    Right decision...go get that BQ time!!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Will D.
    Will D.

    Sounds good to me too, especially considering it will be hot in July.

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Craig B.
    Craig B.

    Solid!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Daniel D.
    Daniel D.

    This makes perfect sense. We'll all be cheering for your BQ in Chicago!

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Elizabeth T.
    Elizabeth T.

    Wow, tough decision, but it makes sense given your bigger, long-term goal. Let me know if you want to get a drink and talk about it (doesn't have to be Jamba this time!).

    over 1 year ago Like

  • Josh S.
    Josh S.

    well at least you'll have a fun group to run with, that makes 5 of us so far... a couple of more are looking into it!

    over 1 year ago Like