by Cami Ostman | Aug 3, 2012 | 2012 Marathon/Half-Marathon Challenge, Current Events
I’ve made Facebook friends with a really inspiring woman. Rose friended me after reading my book, and through her posts I was quick to see that she’s a kindred spirit—committed to facing down her fears and to diving into life with passion and... by Cami Ostman | Apr 30, 2012 | 2012 Marathon/Half-Marathon Challenge, Advice, Preparations
I’d hoped to celebrate my 45th birthday by running the Pittsburgh Marathon with two readers turned friends (Marilyn and Juanita), but life took over my planning. Because of my sudden trip to New York two weeks ago, I’ve had to abandon the idea of another adventure to... by Cami Ostman | Feb 26, 2012 | 2012 Marathon/Half-Marathon Challenge, Conversations
Some of my friends and readers who have taken the 2012 challenge to run their first (or first in a long time) half or full marathon have begun to complete their races. I really want to interview as many as are willing to share more about their experiences.... by Cami Ostman | Feb 1, 2012 | 2012 Marathon/Half-Marathon Challenge, Race Reports
I flew down to Southern California with five friends: three women who live in my neighborhood and two from Seattle. My three neighbors and I were needled by the security man at the Bellingham airport as he examined our drivers’ licenses when we checked in. “Hmm. Looks... by Cami Ostman | Dec 11, 2011 | 2012 Marathon/Half-Marathon Challenge, Advice
If you’re thinking of joining me for the 2012 Marathon Challenge, the first thing you have to do (after choosing a race, that is) is find a training good plan. How you train will determine the quality of your race experience. I love the stories of people who... by Cami Ostman | Dec 6, 2011 | 2012 Marathon/Half-Marathon Challenge, Advice
I’ve been lost in the woods on courses, missed turns and even participated in races that ran out of water for those of us at the tail end of the pack. When you’re running your first (or second) race, you have to pick the right one or you’ll get discouraged and it...
