1/2 Marathon to Prepare for a Future Marathon? I am thinking about it

So I have run a marathon, and am getting the itch to do another. I haven't fun a half-marathon, and i think it would be both cool to do one, as well as a good building block for preparing my mind and body for the thought of a more grueling marathon. As I have stated, I would love to run the Kentucky Derby Marathon...maybe even this year. I am considering using this half-marathon training plan. It includes 35 miles a week, and plenty of speed and fartlek workouts. That puts me on pace for a Feb 25th 1/2 Marathon. Interestingly, Sean, that puts me in the same weekend as the Hyannis half-marathon. Anyways

I'm Ready to Run

The neck is better. I am finally ready to run after a long layoff. The plan is to start slow. Maybe 2 easy miles tonight? Anyone care to wager (riight, like anyone cares either way) if I actually do it?

Neck Injury Update

So just a quick update, I may be back and blogging about running again. Waiting for MRI results, but my neck feels a bit better. I was able to play co-ed soccer at Red Bug last night, which means I should be able to get back to jogging. I had our 3 best chances on goal, including one that hit the post from 45 yards. Of course, with the Roy luck, it didn't bounce in. Anyways, one thing has gotten me better...ok two.....REST and Prayer. Now I am back to feeling closer to normal (which means my Crohn's disease is bothering me again). So stay tuned for more stories of Crohn's Disease and Marathon running.