Sweder Wrote:I have no doubt you have a 42k in you; it'll be one hell of a long road, but I have not a shred of doubt in me that you'll get there.
I agree, with one or two caveats. I'm always wary of urging someone to aim for a marathon because I don't think it quite works that way. It has to be like the sudden opening of an eye. The desire has to come from the runner, not his mates. It may be different for younger, fitter guy, or those who've been running all their lives, for whom a marathon is just the next logical step. For the more mature athlete the decision is more complex, and it may never be the right thing to aim for. But you're right -- I've no doubt our man in Tasmania could get there if/when he decides the time is right.
El Gordo
Great things are done when men and mountains meet.