Sunday December 18, 2005

Marathon in Bangalore Yesterday (18th Dec 2005), Uncle and I participated in Bangalore Half Marathon of 21kms. It was my first experience in any such event. This event was orgainshed for charity purpose. The Marathon started at 7.00 am from Sree Kanteerava Stadium. There would have more than 600 people those who participated in Half Marathon. I took 2 hours 35 minutes to finish this 21kms marathon. The winner took 1 hours 6 mintues to win the race. Just great and no words. I think it's all about maintaing the pace and rhythm so that you're not stressed out in the marathon. When the marathon started all of us very enthuastic. I was trying to maintain the pace as I didn't do any practice (not getting enough time due to work commitments). The rhythm was there but at times I did struggle but I didn't stop. The Winsor Manner bridge was the most difficult part. I had to walk fast and it was putting lot of strain on the kness. This clearly shows that we are fit however I need more practice. Muscular pain is still there but it will away in two days. I met a person working in Motorola and he finished marathon in 2 hours 45 minutes. Overall it was a fanstastic experience. In fact there were lot of people finishing the marathon in 2 hours 30 minutes time. We all got a certificate of honour which I'm going to put in the office (but they have spelled my name incorrectly). The price distribution ceremony was equally good. National champions were also there. Thanks to all of those who participated in this marathon and to Bangalore traffic police also.

There was a full Marathon (42 kms) in May 2005 but I couldn't participate due to work and personal reasons. I hope to participte more in such events. There would be another marathon in Coorg in Jan 2006 and it will be full marathon. I'll update once I have more information.

More details on this marathon can be found at http://www.bangalorehalfmarathon.com/index.htm

It was organised by JSW (steel company). (2005-12-18 17:55:00.0) Permalink