Sunday, February 24th was the day that I first heard about the Princess Half-Marathon in Disney World! It's also the same day that I decided I had to be there to do it next year!
At the time, I had just started running three months prior, and hadn't participated in any races. This new goal was the exact fuel I needed to kick my running into action!
In March, I had a blast running my very first 5K, and in April, I ran my first 10K and placed second in my age group, but running 13.1 miles without stopping is a whole different ball game!
I realize that I have eight months to work up to 13 miles, but it's still super intimidating! Sign-ups for the Princess Half start on June 11th, and you better believe I'm going to try my hardest to be on that list!
So, where does the High Country Triple Crown come in?
The High Country Triple Crown is a series of three races that I've decided to try to complete in preparation for the Princess Half! They won't be easy, but I think they're just what I need to get me feeling more confident about the Princess Half-Marathon Weekend in Disney.
The Races:
1. The Cub - A 7-mile run through Valle Crucis, NC
2. The High Country Half Marathon - A 13.1-mile race winding from ASU's campus to Blowing Rock, NC
3. The Knob - A 2-mile uphill climb to the top of Howard's Knob in Boone, NC
I know these races will push my limits and my comfort zones, but if I'm going to make it to the Princess Half Marathon in February, these are challenges I must overcome. To help me accomplish each of these, I've started Hal Higdon's half-marathon training schedule, and am currently on week two!
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Participants that run and complete all three of the High Country Triple Crown races will be recognized following The Knob, as part of Appalachian's official Homecoming festivities!
The Cub is the first race in the series, and is scheduled for Saturday, June 15th! My fingers are crossed for good results and great weather!
Happy Running!
The Cub is the first race in the series, and is scheduled for Saturday, June 15th! My fingers are crossed for good results and great weather!
Happy Running!
As always, Have a Sweet Day!
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