Just wanted to tell you Thank You!
I want to express my heart felt thanks to everyone who supported me in my Team In Training Marathon to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, either financially or with your positive thoughts and prayers. It was truly a team effort! This has truly been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life and I am so grateful to all of you for making it possible.
On October 31, 2005, I had the opportunity to run a marathon for all those that battle leukemia and other blood related cancers. I am delighted to have played a part in the battle against these diseases and I am equally delighted that you chose to join me.
Without a doubt this was the most challenging experience of my life. All the training, sweat, pain, and early morning runs really paid off. I started the run with 10,500 other runners. The picture that I included is me at Mile 18. I was in good spirits and was feeling really good at this point. You can see that the weather was really great. Much different from the first 12 miles, which I ran in the pouring down rain.
In situations of trial and pain, there is clarity of gratitude. Both in training and in the race, I felt a constant appreciation of your support. My journey has been a testament to the ability of the human body and spirit to overcome adversity. What an exhilarating experience, it continues, even now, to leave me speechless. Now that I have crossed the finish line, I have a new found energy, confidence and belief that there are no limits to what I can accomplish.
Blood related cancers strike an estimated 109,500 Americans each year and kill 60,300, yet in the last 40 years, five-year survival rates have tripled for leukemia. Your support did make a difference; it saved lives! Thank you for helping me complete an experience of a lifetime and for giving hope for the fight against cancer! Now if me running 26.2 miles wasn’t amazing enough for you, read on. Out of the 10,500 runners, there were 220 Team In Training Runners from the United States present in Dublin. Together we raised over $1.1 million. That is an amazing $43,000 per mile.
Having friends and family like you make me a very lucky person! Many thanks again for generosity in this life changing and life saving endeavor.
In sincere appreciation,
Mark
PS. I was really concerned about dehydrating, so I drank a lot of water at every chance that I got, thus adding to my accomplishment of not only finishing a marathon, but also peeing all over the city of Dublin.
Wednesday, November 2, 2005
Saturday, October 8, 2005
October 8, 2005 6:00 AM
October 8, 2005 6:00 AM
22 miles in 5:02. That was a long way, but know I know that I can run 26.2.
22 miles in 5:02. That was a long way, but know I know that I can run 26.2.
Friday, September 30, 2005
September Updates
September 3, 2005 5:00 AM
I ran 10 miles. Next week is 16.
September 10, 2005 5:00 AM
16 long miles. Time 3:21. Thats about 13 minute per mile pace, including water breaks.
September 24, 2005 5:30 AM
18 Miles and time for new shoes. The coaches told me that after 300 miles, I should consider a new pair of running shoes. Added my miles up, and so far, I am up to 330 or so. I got some new shoes.
I ran 10 miles. Next week is 16.
September 10, 2005 5:00 AM
16 long miles. Time 3:21. Thats about 13 minute per mile pace, including water breaks.
September 24, 2005 5:30 AM
18 Miles and time for new shoes. The coaches told me that after 300 miles, I should consider a new pair of running shoes. Added my miles up, and so far, I am up to 330 or so. I got some new shoes.
Tuesday, August 30, 2005
new world record (for me anyway) - August Updates
August 6, 2005 5:30 AM
A new world record (for me anyway). I ran 10 miles in 2 hours and 7 minutes. Scary to think that some people will have already finished the marathon by the time I get to the 10 mile mark.
August 20, 2005 5:45 AM
10 miles in 2 hours and 3 minutes. Run at least 6 miles per day at least 4 days per week.
August 28, 2005 5:30 AM
I ran 14 miles today. Quit keeping track of time after mile 10. After that it all became mental and much less than physical. I eat gummy bears every 3-5 miles to keep up my energy level.
A new world record (for me anyway). I ran 10 miles in 2 hours and 7 minutes. Scary to think that some people will have already finished the marathon by the time I get to the 10 mile mark.
August 20, 2005 5:45 AM
10 miles in 2 hours and 3 minutes. Run at least 6 miles per day at least 4 days per week.
August 28, 2005 5:30 AM
I ran 14 miles today. Quit keeping track of time after mile 10. After that it all became mental and much less than physical. I eat gummy bears every 3-5 miles to keep up my energy level.
Wednesday, August 3, 2005
Training Update August 3, 2005
August 3, 2005
I ran 6 miles in 1 hour and 13 minutes that's about 12:15 per mile. Picking up speed.
I ran 6 miles in 1 hour and 13 minutes that's about 12:15 per mile. Picking up speed.
Friday, July 15, 2005
Training Update July 14, 2005
I am running at least 6 miles, 4 days per week. So far my longest run has been 14 miles. On the days that I am not running, I am riding a bike, swimming, and/or using the elliptical trainer. I started off running a 14-15 minute mile. I can now run about 10-12 miles and keep a 12-13 minute per mile pace
Thursday, June 30, 2005
Team In Training - marathon - seriously
That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day. 2 Corinthians 4:16
Why am I running a marathon?
I am training to participate in an endurance event as a member of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training. On Monday, October 31st, I will join hundreds of others in the fight against cancer. I will be running a marathon (26.2 miles) as a member of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training (TNT) program. All of us on Team In Training are raising funds to help stop leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma and myeloma from taking more lives. I'm completing this marathon in honor of all individuals who are battling blood cancers. These people are the real heroes on our team, and we need your support to cross the ultimate finish line - a cure!
“How can I help?” you must be asking yourself. Pray for me, encourage me, and sponsor me! I know that you are probably asked to give to numerous charities, but I am urging you to contribute to this charity this year. Any amount, large or small is appreciated and will help stop Leukemia. Please make a donation to support my participation in Team In Training and help advance the Society's mission.
I hope you'll visit my web site often. Be sure to check back frequently to see my progress. Thanks for your support!
Visit the website of the marathon that I will be running in. Click Here!
"do or do not, there is no try" -yoda
"Pain is temporary. Quitting is forever."
Lance Armstrong
Why am I running a marathon?
I am training to participate in an endurance event as a member of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training. On Monday, October 31st, I will join hundreds of others in the fight against cancer. I will be running a marathon (26.2 miles) as a member of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training (TNT) program. All of us on Team In Training are raising funds to help stop leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma and myeloma from taking more lives. I'm completing this marathon in honor of all individuals who are battling blood cancers. These people are the real heroes on our team, and we need your support to cross the ultimate finish line - a cure!
“How can I help?” you must be asking yourself. Pray for me, encourage me, and sponsor me! I know that you are probably asked to give to numerous charities, but I am urging you to contribute to this charity this year. Any amount, large or small is appreciated and will help stop Leukemia. Please make a donation to support my participation in Team In Training and help advance the Society's mission.
I hope you'll visit my web site often. Be sure to check back frequently to see my progress. Thanks for your support!
Visit the website of the marathon that I will be running in. Click Here!
"do or do not, there is no try" -yoda
"Pain is temporary. Quitting is forever."
Lance Armstrong
Saturday, January 8, 2005
Today's thought is:
It is hard for us at times to understand the misfortunes that befall us when we are doing the very best we know how, to live right by both God and man.
It is only in times that try mens souls that the soul develops and grows stronger. Like a muscle, it develops with hard work.
If you would produce an exceptional rose, you must prune the brush of every budding branch so that all the strength goes into the single bloom. Its not what the bush would want, but it develops the perfection in the rose you desire.
It is only in times that try mens souls that the soul develops and grows stronger. Like a muscle, it develops with hard work.
If you would produce an exceptional rose, you must prune the brush of every budding branch so that all the strength goes into the single bloom. Its not what the bush would want, but it develops the perfection in the rose you desire.
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