Belfast City Marathon training - First blog!

I would say with a fair degree of certainty that I am the most unfit of the three ambassadors for Belfast City Marathon 2012. I only took up running last November, when my boyfriend commented that I was a right lazy lump and needed to become more active. Our runs began in cold, icy conditions and initially I was only able to run roughly 100 metres before almost passing out and having to stop for breath! But, I persevered and soon got into a routine of running three times a week and after a short time (about a month) I saw a real improvement in my fitness and the length of time I was able to run.

Last May, I ran the team relay along with some colleagues at Belfast City Council, although I only ran the 3.5 mile leg (it’s the steepest and hardest leg I’m told!) I really enjoyed it and felt that I could run much further and wanted to challenge myself to do so.

When I was approached to be the ambassador for this year’s marathon representing Belfast City Council, I decided to take on that challenge. I really enjoyed the whole buzz and vibe at last year’s marathon and know that I will feel a great sense of achievement when I cross that finish line in May.

To read the other ambassadors' blogs and for more info on all things 'Marathon' visit the Belfast City Marathon Facebook page here.

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