I am so excited about my latest idea – I really hope it makes many people excited, because wouldn’t that be just grand to have lots of people excited? Excited, eager, energetic, I wish I could think of another "e" word – that was fun.
Anyway, here is my great idea that is going to make you so excited (and me too remember?)
I am here to launch the first ever,
"Trick or Treat" Half Marathon.
O.k., did I loose you when I said half marathon? Keep reading because this is part of the trick.
DATE: Saturday, October 31st
TIME: 8 a.m.
LOCATION: To be determined
Here’s my story: I have been feeling rather stagnant about my exercise regiment…meaning I am getting sloppy and basically want to be lazy. I decided I need something to shoot for – I need a goal. That is when I decided I should train for a 1/2 marathon. It isn’t too time consuming and it would keep me motivated without being overwhelmed. (To most non-runners this would seem overwhelming I realize. This is the beauty of my idea. You can pick your own goal, maybe you’re a biker, or swimmer, or walker, or even just getting started?) The main idea is to do something more than you are doing now and set a deadline to be better.
Anyway, when I thought about doing this I realized I didn’t want to pay for another registration and also incur travel expenses. THIS IS WHERE IT GETS REALLY FUN! I rationalized that rather than pay a registration fee and/or travel expenses – I’ll pay myself with a special prize. I don’t even know what it is yet, but i"ll let you know. (I’m leaning toward a new pair of leather boots, a fabric jellyroll, or a zip-up hoodie) It becomes a win/win situation. I get in shape, feel good about myself, and also get a little something something! Maybe that should be called a win/win/win situation.
When I told Stephen about my idea he said we should make a shirt (the man will do anything for a shirt). He said we could get them for $5 each? So there might be a shirt in the deal for you too for a small price.
Notice the location is to be determined – I’m hoping that lots of you will be excited – people that don’t even live near me. So you will have to pick a place to accomplish your goal. If you want to come to my neck of the woods, I would love to lace up my running shoes next to you – I’ll keep you updated on the course selection.
I really want some friends/family to get tricked into treating themselves with me! Don’t delay. Leave a comment to commit yourself and add what your fitness goal will be. If you are like me, you need a friend so call one and let’s get moving.