If I ever complained about training, I take it all back. It was worth every mile I pounded on the asphalt, gravel, or treadmill. And I am now convinced that speed workout, hill repeats, and strength training will just make it all the better.

My official half-marathon time: 2 hours, 4 minutes, and 55 seconds.

That means that I averaged 9:32 a mile. Three months ago I had trouble running one mile at that pace. I am SO excited to run Chicago now! And I have five-and-a-half months to train. (And some more races in there-- Soldier Field 10-mile, Chicago Distance Classic 1/2 marathon)

I'm sure I'll have more to say. At the moment I'm exhusted.