Run Edgar Run!

I would have to say this running event wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. On the previous week, I completed a San Francisco Half Marathon. Time: 2:08. Ironically, I complete this recent run here in Waikiki by the same time. Who would have thought? The process to train for a running event is never an easy feat. But if you want to finish a run respectively, you've gotta train. The good thing is that I was in good company to be motivated. I had a friend join me in a run and it was much easier than doing it alone. A couple of days before the actual run, we both did a trial run along the elevated route to see how it was looking. It wasn't as bad. At times, you had to really begin to process the length of the race and time. Overall, the weekend festivities that lead up to this event was really fun. From the expo registration to the starting line, it was really festive! Surprisingly. Next run? Not sure what is up; I need to be ready for the next choice as training an...

Yesterday, I completed the 2016 Transamerica Rock 'n' Roll 1/2 Marathon San Francisco. Along with 9,000 + runners, I managed to cross the finish line at under 2 hours and 15 minutes for 13.1 miles. I've done a few of these runs in the past but this one was really a challenge. One was my extra training to complete a run that would span over 13 miles in cold San Francisco and my concerted effort to help fund raise on behalf of St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. I want to thank everyone who donated to my cause and for those of you who have not, there is still time. I find this to be an important organization to help fund. I was glad to be a part of it; join me on my efforts. Running. Fundraising. Purpose. Donate: http://heroes.stjude.org/donatetoday4edgar Half Marathon Results

Back in the the late 1990s' I was really unhealthy. I "ran" to work, worked long hours, took on an extra job to be financially "caught up". But after awhile, it took it's toll; I wasn't able to balance a social or get to have a social life. I felt I was late in the game. So, I realized I had to settle on two things; one get back in shape and two, decide to get into my own social world (in the meantime). Luckily, I lived near a lake and always wanted to be in an outdoor setting, besides I hated being in a gym. Seeing all that sweat, no thank you. I rather look to smelling fresh air and really being in a zone for health. My first step started with a pair of tennis shoes. The shoes would do until I had enough money to get a decent pair of running shoes. My first lap around the lake was tough. It was about 5 miles. After awhile, it got easier as I lost some weight; less carrying around the lake of course. There would be rough patches through my start o...

From expo event, early morning start time, run, and finish line; all worth it! San Francisco Marathon Results: http://www.runraceresults.com/Secure/RaceResults.cfm?ID=RCLF2015

I would say, that running over 2 hours non stop was quite a challenge this time around. But it was for health reasons and running for a good cause. Results

Dear Friends and Family: I am writing to tell you about two important challenges I am taking on in 2014. I am training to run The San Franciso Second Half-Marathon as a member of Team Shanti to support San Francisco's underserved HIV/AIDS and breast cancer communities. And, as a Team Shanti runner, I am committed to raising a minimum of $500 bucks for Shanti. I’d like you to know why both running and fundraising are important to me. First, the physical challenge (of course) of a long marathon is something I hope to continue to take on and finish. But with current training, discipline and the limitless support of Shanti, I see the goal is within reach. I am truly blessed with good health and great support toward achieving this goal, unlike the clients Shanti serves. You know I love to volunteer in any way I can. And through my volunteering I have come to respect the Shanti commitment to the needs of our community members living with HIV/AIDS or breast cancer. Shanti focuse...

Team Shanti Runs for Compassion during the 2014 San Francisco Marathon Say it isn't so, more running to fund raise for a needed cause!