On Sunday, August 14, 2011, I participated in the Rock 'n' Roll Chicago Half Marathon. Actually, I didn't just participate--because of my hard work and training over the past several months, I was able to run the entire 13.1 miles! No walking for this lady! I was not one of the fastest runners, by any means, but I went at a pace I knew would work for me, and I stuck with it. The last few miles were really tough, but I kept thinking about how far I had already come, and I wasn't going to let myself quit. Oh, and seeing Al Roker out running with us when I reached about mile 10 was pretty inspirational, too! All in all, a fantastic, once in a lifetime experience that I wouldn't trade for anything. After working this hard for so long, there's no way I can go back now. I will continue my new healthy lifestyle, and I hope to see you all running, biking, or swimming alongside me someday...or something else--you pick!
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Yours in Leadership, Friendship, Service, and Health,
Jessica Szweda
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