Early this morning, Chad ran his first 1/2 marathon. I say first because I have a feeling he is going to keep this running thing going. He has been a real natural! The race started at Aspen Grove above Sundance and made it's way down the Provo River Trail ending in the River Bottoms of Provo. Chad ran with two of his Brother-in-laws; Cameron and Shawn. Let me just say it was COLD and they are AWESOME! While Amy, Megan and I waited to cheer them on at Nunn's park, my thermometer read a balmy 30 degrees. It felt colder. It was so cold that as the runners ran by, you could see that their sweat had turned to frost on their clothing. Chad said he actually felt a bit hot (Yes, he is!). The first 5 miles was a steep downhill...easy on the heart, killer on the legs. It began cold and foggy and it ended beautifully...sun and warmth! I was so impressed with the guys, they all did a great job and ended within 10min of each other. Oh, and they got really cool skull shirts and medals to boot! Chad was amazing and the long run didn't even seem to phase his body too much. Really great news given his I.T. band problems earlier in the summer. Way to go, Chad!!! (truth be told, I'm jealous...I wish I could run with as much ease and enjoyment as he does!)
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I'm glad you guys had such a great holiday. You are right. You guys did pack a lot in to one day. I bet Chad was beat tonight. First the marathon and then trick or treating. That was a great time.
Speaking of marathons, Ryan and I are ready to sign up for the Ogden. It isn't until May, but the 1/2 will probably sell out by the holidays. I'm doing the 1/2 and Ryan wants to try the full this year. You'll have to check it out. It is a fun one. Well done you guys!
opps, this is really Jennie. :)
Nice job Chad! So glad to hear he didn't have problems with injuries this time.
Chad is amazing~ Congrats! really to both of you for doing so well running!
Great costumes too!!
Way to go, Chad! Brrrr chilly though! That's real dedication! Congrats on the accomplishment!
Way to go Chad...that's a huge accomplishment!
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