One foot after the other. Feeling the impact of each stride as we run laps around the track like hamsters on a spinning wheel (perhaps this analogy is better for a treadmill). I, Farid (on the left) started officially training in January. Training started with easy paced 5-8 km runs. Now, a month later, almost running daily and the shortest distance is 10 km.<\/p>\n
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Jeremy (the only other person in the picture) has been training for years (he is always training for something it seems – I\u2019ve lost count). What you see is us after our tempo run (running at a speed that is maintainable but uncomfortable).<\/p>\n
So far our team dynamic is as such: I\u2019m a bit clumsy (forgetting socks for workout), and Jeremy is diligent (has the laps and times all figured out).<\/p>\n
Our training is not just about developing the stamina and strength to run 42 km in less than 3 hours and 30 min. Rather, we work out together to build a team bond. We warn, motivate, and look out for each other (crucial for a testyourlimits team).<\/p>\n
The goal isn\u2019t just to cross the 42 km mark, but rather finish it together as a team!<\/p>\n
– Farid<\/p>\n
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One foot after the other. Feeling the impact of each stride as we run laps around the track like hamsters on a spinning wheel (perhaps this analogy is better for a treadmill). I, Farid (on the left) started officially training in January. Training started with easy paced 5-8 km runs. Now, a month later, almost … <\/p>\n