As you all know, this year’s GBI team has ‘banded together against obesity’ and committed to stretch, sweat, train, recover, press on and accomplish a huge goal – together. A half-marathon is quite the accomplishment. How better to achieve our shared ambition than with the support and friendship of others? Know that our team is not alone. In today’s blog, I’d like to give our group a bit of inspiration by sharing stories that I’ve come across about other groups who have already or plan to accomplish the success and splendor of team fitness.
Shoe trouble? Many of us have already experienced blisters, sore feet or black nails. Just what is the right shoe for each of us? For this man and group of runners, the answer is no shoe! (Don’t try this at home!)
http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-he-barefoot5-2009oct05,0,4122017.column
Do you solemnly vow to complete the marathon? “I do,” said 23 couples who were married during the 2006 Las Vegas Marathon. http://walking.about.com/od/marathonreviews/ig/Las-Vegas-Marathon-and-Half/Marathon-Wedding-Party.htm
Busy Moms. This team is recognized by Shape Magazine and is large in numbers. The goal of this global group of runners is to make time for those individuals busy with family life to do something good for their health and spirit. Check out these Moms In Motion! http://momsinmotion.com/about.aspx
Run for a Cause. Keep in mind that this year’s Las Vegas Marathon is cause driven. All registered runners are actually on one big team – a team aiding the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. http://las-vegas.competitor.com/press/2009/ccfa/
What other groups have you seen or heard of? Elvis? Santa? 5K runs? Other causes?
Remember, the Las Vegas Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon 2009 is our current goal, but what’s next? Keep a look out for other groups or events that may inspire you to keep up with your training in the future and don’t forget to bring your team. It’s a healthy lifestyle we’re all after. Let’s find ways to continue our phenomenal team support and progress!
Happy and Healthy Training,
Prudence
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