Comments on: Weekend Quote: Just Do IT!

By: Holly

Holly — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 23:08:18 +0000

I just wanted to comment on your marathon aspirations. I have run 2 marathons (and 2 half marathons) and I too was nervous on my first one. I kept thinking, even after all my training, what if I cannot finish, what if I hit “the wall” at 24 miles and cannot do anymore. So many what ifs and not a one came true. You can totally do it, if you want to you can do anything, but you have to want it. A marathon is about 90% mental and 10% physical, if you put your mind to it, your body will follow (assuming you train correctly and if you follow Hal Higdon’s training for a novice you will be GOLDEN!). Doing a half marathon first is a great idea. I did a half marathon about 5 months before my marathon and felt is was great mental preparation. YOU CAN DO IT! I know you will, you definitely have the right attitude.

A little bit about myself. I have been a silent observer of your website for about a year and a half, through all the crashes and remodelling (I think you have an awesome site BTW, you inspire me). Also, I am the high school friend of the Maureen that posted a comment (struggling with bulimia) about your video last week.

P.S. Chicago is a great marathon, nice a flat with LOTS of people throughout the race. Chicago is a beautiful city too, which is an added bonus. The Philly marathon is great as well, about 1/3 as big as Chicago (people wise).

By: pam

pam — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 01:23:44 +0000

Boy, did this get me thinkin! hmmmmm Definately needed to hear this. One thing I already know that I am not going to regret is staying home to raise my kids. I feel so happy I was able to make that choice.

OKAY 2nd really funny thing……In my head I have been calling you Roni, like macaRoni. I was so startled to hear you call yourself Roni…..like Ronnie!!! Sometimes ya gotta hit me over the head with a pan.

By: Jared

Jared — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 22:47:30 +0000

I butchered your name. Sorry I couldn’t edit it.

By: Jared

Jared — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 22:46:17 +0000

Ronnie

I ran my first marathon this summer. Let me say that if you are commited, willing to put in the time, follow the program (I used the Higdon program) and don’t get injured, you can finish the marathon. Good luck. I hope to do one again some time when I have the time to devote to it.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 21:53:25 +0000

Roni, I've run 2 marathons and a 1/2 marathon in the last 3 years. When I first signed up for the marathon, I had never run more than a 10k. (6.2 miles). Was I scared? Yes! I trained with Team in Training and looking around at everyone, I wondered, what the hell am I doing here? I am NOT a fast runner!! I was frequently the last one in at all the training runs. But I didn't care! I was doing it! It took me 6.5 hrs. to finish them, pretty much walking the last 6 miles, I thought out of a field of 40,000 I was surely last. BUT, when I got the race results, I found out 1,500 people finished behind me PLUS 8,000 didn't even show up! I loved it, I felt a great sense of accomplishment, and I KNOW you can do it! I should say that I ran both marathons at my heaviest, so since you are at goal, it will be easier for you. I never would have done it if my husband didn't give me the challenge (he's run 4 marathon, and is training for his 5th in January at the Rock in Roll in Phoenix). And, I trained while working full time and I have 3 kids. You will not regret it Roni! You can do it!! Check out Jennifers last blog post..Whole Wheat Waffles

By: Alisha

Alisha — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 21:45:25 +0000

I’m with ya….I started working for WW last month….I was a little afraid to start because it is for a meeting that I attended, but the members know me and we really have a connection. I love sharing celebrations….and it is EVEN MORE WONDERFUL to do it as a receptionist that tells them they made a special goal they have been working for. And a couple of months ago I was debating about whether or not to do it!!! ;)

By: Cara

Cara — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 21:43:21 +0000

It's so weird how we hide behind our big fat body image, whether we're over weight or not. We're never good enough you know. And then how amazed we are when we "do" something and its not as bad as we thought. You'd think wed learn. I absolutely LOVE that quote! I might just steal it and make it part of my email signature @ work. Thx! Check out Caras last blog post..one day at a time...

By: Bobbi Jo Nichols

Bobbi Jo Nichols — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 20:54:32 +0000

Thank you so much Roni for sharing this with us. I really needed to hear this today. Keep up the great work. Hugs, Bobbi Jo-AZ Check out Bobbi Jo Nicholss last blog post..Pink Saturday & Pre Halloween Party

By: Angie

Angie — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 19:19:58 +0000

I've been entertaining the idea for awhile now about running a marathon next year, but I'm just plain scared for all the reasons you listed. I'm going to do it. We have the #1 voted Urban Marathon in the country, why not at least TRY? Thanks Roni :) And if you're looking for a race next year and want to head out to Minneapolis you're more than welcome! Check out Angies last blog post..Patsy

By: Zoey

Zoey — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 18:45:02 +0000

Hi Roni, Thank you for this weekend's quote. It is a good reminder to go for the things that we want to do! Check out Zoeys last blog post..The Freezer