This is what I used to say to my kids every morning. A kiss on the forehead, a gentle shake to wake them, and these words that held hope and promise for the upcoming day. A brand new day. The chance to start off with the intent of doing your very best. Life is great that way, you get out of it what you put into it. Whether it be your running, your job, your relationships, it all comes down to what you are willing to invest that will determine how your day(s) will ultimately be counted. Optimism is always the best starting point, mix in some real effort, a liberal dose of good intentions, and better things should be yours and mine and ours.
Brand new course. The Omaha Marathon released the course map for its redesigned 26.2 mile tour. http://omahamarathon.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/2012OmaMarMap.pdf There has been interesting feedback, it seems there were people that were actually fond of the immense hills that have largely been eliminated. It will be interesting to see how things shake out in a couple of weeks.
Brand new champion? Peter van der Westhuizen reports catching a major cold while in Duluth last weekend and is at best a maybe for this Sunday’s Corporate Cup 10K. I’m guessing last year’s 2nd place finisher Benson Chesang will likely be in town to chase the $$. And who knows whom else. But I do know that Eric Rasmussen and Luka Thor and Matt Pohren aren’t giving anything away this weekend. This is Team Nebraska territory and you’ve got to go through us to get to the finish tape first.
Brand new course II, word on the street is that the Corporate Cup will go to a new course next year. I can’t imagine a flatter, faster venue, let’s hope it stays out of them thar hills.
Brand new weather! We had a solid turnout of 35 adults last night, braving the dropping temperatures and driving rain to get their effort on around our favorite oval. Thirty degrees cooler than a week ago, same amount of hard work and camaraderie. Ande Jorgenson attended and passed out Red Dirt Running Company water bottles and t-shirts to the appreciative group. He was quite impressed with those that refused to let the chill dampen their motivation and dedication. It’s representative of Omaha in my opinion. No matter where you run, who you run for or with, or why you run, Omahans are becoming more fitness minded and effort oriented all the time.
A Brand New Day.
Kathy Palmer and Luka Thor. Twins? On the inside absolutely! Both come to the track Wednesday night in pursuit of individual goals. Kathy has conquered the Half Ironman this year, Luka continues his ascent to the highest tier of road racers in the U.S. Each gives it their all around that 400 meter loop at Millard West. Just like everyone that shows up. And that is the one thing we all have in common.
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