I'm doing the Banco Popular 1/2 marathon here in Chicago on 10/1. Since the triathlon, I've barely run at all, I've been so wiped out. But I got back in the (biking) saddle yesterday, and I'm picking the running back up on Friday.

Limewave, good for you for doing the Marathon! It's a nice course--I did it last year. My favorite parts were "Boys Town", the gay neighborhood, where they really put on a show for the runners, and Chinatown, with drummers and a dragon. And, of course, the finish line! I'll be there, cheering for a friend.

My friend, Darryn, went to midwifery school with me. He was very heavy then, but over the years, he got up to about 475#. He had the bariatric surgery, and now is around 225#. He's been training for the marathon since the spring. I plan to ride my bike down to the course and cheer for him at various points. It makes SUCH a difference to know people are out there cheering for you!

Limewave--I'll be cheering for you, too!