I’m incredibly humbled to share with you guys that I will be running the Chicago Marathon this year on October 11th, as part of Saucony’s 26 Strong campaign. 

The 26 Strong Campaign features 13 veteran marathoners as they coach 13 first time marathoners (aka me…AH!!) 

I followed along the runners and their coaches during last year’s campaign – I admit I’m still in a little bit of a shock thinking that it will be me running the race this year. (I get goosebumps every time I talk about!)  While I was flattered when Competitor contacted me about the race, I was definitely a little nervous. Running 26.2 miles definitely takes both mental and physical strength.  Nonetheless, completing a marathon has been on my mind ever since I completed my first race in college.