Half-Marathon #36 - Lexus Laceup Ventura
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This was my first race advertising my Walk That Half course. The back of the shirt said “Next time, bring (more) friends.” I knew there’d be plenty of walkers on the course to catch a glimpse. My reason for sharing my half-marathon love with others is because it is such a great addiction to make walking a habit.
The thing about the Lexus Laceup Ventura race is that is mostly downhill. That means a fast race and a chance to PR (personal record). We walkers can be as competitive as runners and joggers. As I came to mile 6, I was sure I’d made fast time jogging several downhill stretches. I was seeing the possibility of coming in at under 3:00 hours, an elusive goal for a walker.
By mile 7, I was kicking up the jog speed. I dare say I might have actually ran a few downhill parts. Which is when my knew started to bother me. Nothing major, just my knees sending me a message:
”Oh, you bought your own hype. You think you just love walking because it’s a more relaxing way to journey 13.1 miles. Oh no, my dear friend. You’ve forgotten all about the arthroscopic surgery recommendation you got from the student health center in college. Remember trying to run off the freshmen 15 weight you gained? You were told that running would require surgery. So you chose walking. And you’ve been walking ever since….”
It was hilarious to have the conversation with my knee. I’d absolutely forgotten all about that minor detail.
So, yeah….walking is a fantastic low-impact option for those who can’t or shouldn’t run.