I had my first mega run (20 miles) a couple of weeks ago, testing the route and my legs to see if both were up for the challenge. The route seems to possess some inconsistencies, mileage wise, my pedometer (which I have double but not triple checked) and the online map of the route do not agree. There is also a lot of pedestrian traffic but all in all it will be a beautiful place to run.
For those new to this blog, my plan is to run along the ocean on the bike/pedestrian path from Malibu to Torrance and back again. At this point I am committed to the Beach run but am considering other route options.
As for the legs, I have to admit that the first 15 miles were a breeze, the next 2 ½ were hard and the last 2 ½ were a nightmare. The problem is that I ran the first 15 at too fast, leaving me no power for the finish.
But you didn’t tune in to listen to my mindless rattleings on about miles, routes and legs, you want to hear the good stuff, so here it is.
While running through Malibu I saw Gwen Stefani. She was pregnant, of course in an attractive long white summer dress. The Paparazzi was all over her and Gavin who was carrying Kingston. I kind felt sorry for them, being harassed while trying to have a family stroll along the beach, but not sorry enough to miss an opportunity. I cut through the crowd, went up to her and, in a very respectful and polite manner told her about the run and asked for a quote. She looked at me and said “oh I don’t know…good luck?” with a little up glide as to ask if that was good enough. I told her that was perfect, thanked her, waved to Kingston and was on my way. I almost mentioned that she was my friend on Myspace but thought better of it.
So another celebrity quote. I believe I’ve met more celebrities since starting this run than ever before.
Thank you to Gwen Stefani,Gavin and Kingston, the newest stars to grace the blog.
“Good Luck ?’
Stay tuned folk's and keep on truckin'
Duff
