Here we go

My first entry to this journey. I hope you're ready, because I'm not sure I am!

This is the journey to my first half marathon. I decided to try the Route 66 Half Marathon after running my first 5K in Little Rock. OK, so maybe it was after I watched my brother run a half in Texarkana with such a diverse group, including a 76 year old. The race experience is so awesome with all these people along the route and at the finish line to cheer you towards the finish. While at the convention for the LR race picking up our packets, I saw the sign for the Route 66 and decided that would be my first half.

My brother started this whole running fiasco. Well, I guess you could really blame it on Amber. She ran when they got married and got him started. They've run many races and have both run the Route 66. Apparently, it can be pretty hilly, but I don't think that will phase me much. I run hills regularly in the neighborhood, so I should be prepared for that.

My biggest concern is my "mental-self". I find it really easy to talk myself out of runs or convince myself that I can't do it. Basically, I need all the support I can get. I need accountability. I figure this blog can serve both of those purposes. Since you'll know when I'm running, I'll have a stronger reason to get out there and do it!

So, here it goes... Lots of prayers are appreciated.

First official training run will be Monday morning.