December 4, 2011– Just a few days before my birthday, I gave myself a treat. I woke up early (4:20 AM), put on my shoes and went to the Quezon City Hall. Today marks my first ever marathon experience.
I am not a very athletic person but I definitely included “joiningin a marathon” among the things I wish to do before I die. And so, I grabbed the opportunity when it presented itself.
The whole experience was both very tiresome and worth it. It was an awesome sight to see a stream of runners in Commonwealth Ave. It was amazing; Commonwealth looked like a yellow stream flowing steadily.
Having participated only in the 5-kilometer leg, I was still worn out after. I was only half-way through the track when I felt my legs buckle and my breath fell short. I was amazed at the level of endurance and stamina of those runner who participated in longer distance. Next year, my goal is to participate and finish 10-kilometer leg.
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