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My First Marathon – Part II

  As I ran along Ocean Blvd for about 9 miles, there were times when I could spy the ocean.  A lot of the view is obstructed by hotels but there are a few piers and off to the left here one of the views.  Believe it or not, it was probably close to 70F… Continue reading My First Marathon – Part II

Family · Fitness · Just my Thoughts

My First Marathon – Part I

The plans for my first marathon were hatched shortly before my first Boilermaker – the 15K road race, not some alcoholic drink.  My friend I was traveling to that race with asked me if I had ever contemplated doing a marathon.  I had already run two half marathons at that point and several other races.… Continue reading My First Marathon – Part I