Blog 2: Long Distance Marathon Running

My topic for this is will be long distance marathon running. I chose this because running is my life, it completes me. I've been running since I was 13. At first I just did a few 5k races here and there, but after a couple of races i found a strong liking to it. I was never competitive, it didn't matter it I finished first or last. Running is about the journey, what it takes to reach that finish line. Since I started running 4 years ago, I've completed several 5ks, 10ks, and half marathons. My hope for this year is to accomplish my very first full marathon. Although this does not directly relate to the Ipoly ESLRs, my journey there will lead me on a path to being an effective Ipoly Citizen.
Studying the road to becoming a marathon runner will help me become a better Ipoly citizen because already several people have come to me asking about training schedules, and running plans. I know that this is the kind of information others will be interested in, and I can even help them achieve their goals of finish their first run. I can also work with other people who enjoy runs and put running groups together to participate in fun team relays. This topic will also make me a better communicator because no one can finish a marathon alone. In order to reach that finish line you need help from others, people who have been there, and even people who are just willing to support you. I plan on talking to current marathon runners, and using their knowledge to create my own personal running schedule. By listening to what experts have to say will make me an effective learner because I plan to apply what they say to make my schedule the most effective toward my marathon journey. Although most people don't associate running with technology, I know there are resources I can find though an online database. I can also use technology to take me running schedule a step further, such as creating a system that can work for any type of runner. I want to be able to help out all levels of runners. Also, most people don't take into consideration the amount of technology it takes to create the prefect most effective running shoe.
I know this year I will be learning a lot of new information that will benefit me as a runner for the rest of my life. And I know this won't be my last marathon.