January 13th, 2013
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Why I think YOU should sign up for the Chicago Marathon. Yes, the FULL.

  • Because it’s something you never-ever-ever thought you could do.
  • Because it’s something you CAN do. I cross my heart and promise you that.
  • Because I also can’t even run one kilometre yet (and umm, oh hai there imperial peeps, that’s less than a mile I can’t run…YET)
  • Because it’ll be the best thing you’ll ever do. EVER.
  • Because it’s an experience of a lifetime.
  • And you’ll get a really nice bum from it.
  • Not to mention sexy legs & arms.
  • You’ll get to buy cute running outfits.
  • And become soooo healthy and strong on the inside.
  • And why Chicago? Because it’s 40,000 runners. 110,000 spectators. And a world major you don’t need to qualify for. (You’ll feel like a rock star running it!).
  • You’ll get a vacation from it and in the beautiful (beautiful!) Chicago too!!
  • AND A MEDAL!!
  • Because it’ll change your life forever and you’ll be a better person from it.  
  • You’ll be proving to yourself you can do anything.
  • Because there is nothing better than setting a goal and following through with it.
  • How cool would it be to tell people you’ve run The Chicago Marathon? Huge bragging rights!
  • It’s an accomplishment no one can ever take away from you.
  • It’s the ultimate goal; a freaking marathon!!
  • Because having a goal race will keep you lacing up your shoes and running.
  • Two words: Carb loading.
  • Your self confidence will soar through the roof.
  • Because if Oprah can, you can!
  • Because you can raise money for an awesome cause! (I’ll be raising money for MS this year).
  • Because it’ll be hard, and annoying, and awful at times, but so, so, soooooo worth it.
  • Because having a goal like ‘a marathon,’ can pull you out of the deepest, darkest funk.
  • Because I (me, Liz!) will be doing it with you and posting a full training schedule online - so not to worry about that!
  • Because it’s on October 13, 2013 – far enough away for you to be at square one. (I swear, I’m at square one!).
  • Because you can put it on a resume - it’s that impressive!
  • Because you’ll make new friends from it & inspire others.
  • And because you can prove to yourself it’s mind over body. If you want to do it. Know that you can do it. And do it. Step out of your comfort zone, and get excited!

Chicago 2013: Registration Opens February 19, 2013 – Join me?

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  1. linna-pee reblogged this from one-twenty-five and added:
    maybe not 2013, but this is definitely something on my to-do list!
  2. shinners reblogged this from one-twenty-five and added:
    Would love to join you Liz if you come back and do Dublin marathon with me on 28th Oct???
  3. heygetsome reblogged this from sarahspeaksnow and added:
    I’m thinking of joining the tumblr cheering crew as well. I’ve never been to Chicago either!
  4. lindsaydoeslife reblogged this from sarahspeaksnow and added:
    i’m strongly thinking of going to spectate
  5. sarahspeaksnow reblogged this from one-twenty-five and added:
    thing. I will never commit...full marathon. I just
  6. pro-fit-ability reblogged this from one-twenty-five
  7. maeday81 reblogged this from one-twenty-five
  8. hollylosesit said: I’d love to, but I’m scared. I don’t know anybody or anything there. I’m scared of not making friends, and being too slow, or failing.
  9. keyanahbonita reblogged this from one-twenty-five and added:
    LET’S GO.
  10. fitismythin said: I’ll join you! hell it might be interesting. :)
  11. runningrecipesramblings said: I actually work for the MS Society- thanks so much for considering us a charity to raise $$ for! Also… you’ve seriously tempted me. Running a half this March and this June… a full in October may be just right!
  12. strongfitfun said: I’ve been thinking, thinking, and thinking about doing the Chicago marathon (since you last mentioned it)… but I am sooooo nervous. (I’ve had a lot of foot injuries in the past) so… thanks for a great encouraging post! I just. might. sign. up.
  13. pharmkitten said: Did it last year and plan to do it again this year!
  14. zxanguissettexz reblogged this from one-twenty-five and added:
    I WILL JOIN YOU!
  15. ashr1977 reblogged this from one-twenty-five
  16. gwenontherun reblogged this from lift-run-lose and added:
    I’ll be there. Raising money for the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. :)
  17. 45down45togo reblogged this from one-twenty-five and added:
    You have to admit… she makes a lot of very true statements here. Did she forget to mention that its the day after my...
Welcome! I'm Liz, the girl relieved the Internet has 0 calories. I'm a Canadian in Melbourne. A marathoner. CrossFitter. Paleo (somewhat) eater. Traveler. Cheese lover. And I think you're great!

F | 28 | 5'4"
Highest Weight: 203
Current Weight: 172
Goal Weight: 125(!)

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