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By: Tom

Tom — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:43:58 +0000

This was my second marathon and I beat my goal by 2 mins 1 sec (4:27:59). I ran White Rock (Dallas) last December and I must admit Columbus did a far better job with the overall marathon experience. I said this would be my last but after the run, I plan on being back next year. It’s hard to train in the Texas heat but the race was worth it. The crowds were great and I’ll be back for 4:10-4:15 next year.

By: Michelle Swinehart

Michelle Swinehart — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:00:15 +0000

I’ve enjoyed reading your blogs, though I have not read them all, I’ve read through quite a few…I ran the 1/2 marathon with you, though I never seen you! ) This was my second 1/2 marathon and my second Columbus 1/2, my next goal is to run a full, in Cleveland…8 years ago I was overweight and never thought I’d be where I am now…I’m addicted to running and its my therapy after a rough day at work…I thank God everyday I’m able to do what I’m doing. Take care Eric!!

By: Verna

Verna — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:06:33 +0000

Sorry – I forgot to add. Thank you, Eric, for your posts. The humor helps me realize that running is actually fun! Sometimes I take it way too seriously. I hope that you will continue to post. Congratulations on your run!

By: Verna

Verna — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:02:58 +0000

I did it! I ran my first marathon. I came in at just under 5 hours. It was so much harder than I thought it would be. The last 6 miles were brutal. But – I wouldn’t trade it either. I’m already planning how I can do better on the next one. Columbus is the best! The crowd was absolutely inspirational – I felt like a star. Can’t wait til next year!

By: Nickels the Schnauzer's Dad

Nickels the Schnauzer's Dad — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:23:11 +0000

Eric,
Way to stick with it. Next year, maybe I will try……….maybe. Congrats on your accomplishments. Now, about Jennifer’s washer/dryer statement..hmmmmmmmm.

Jon

By: Eric's wife, Jennifer

Eric's wife, Jennifer — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:28:43 +0000

I’m very proud of you for evertying that you have done over the past several months. And btw, if anyone is wondering from an earlier post…Eric still doesn’t know which one is the washer and which is the dryer. Congratulations to everyone that took part in the marathon. It is a huge accomplishment.

By: Gail

Gail — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:23:07 +0000

Is there a way to find out how many people actually registered for the marathon runners vs. walkers?

By: karen

karen — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:57:32 +0000

My goal was to finish in under 5:40. My official time was 25:25:25. I ran with Mike the 5:30 pacer. He was so much fun, and very energetic. My entire group was a blast, and the group encouragement was very important to all of us I’m sure. I would have had great difficulty keeping that pace on my own, and appreciate Mike, and his effort to keep us positive, when we all started getting very quiet. I hope to be back.

By: Lora

Lora — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:21:28 +0000

My goal was to run the half under two hours. I normally train and run races with a friend but this time I was on my own. Pacing myself the first four miles was hard so I ask a man running by me if I could pace off of him. John became my running partner for the next six miles helping me keep pace, stay focused, and most importantly relaxed. At mile ten I could no longer keep up with him and we separated. I finished in 1:55 for a 8:49 pace. It was a PR by twelve minutes. I just wanted to say thank you to John for being so nice and congratulations on his marathon.