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my first Marathon – part I
I knew right away once I had done my first half marathon that I was ready to do a marathon too! Before that, running was just for my personal fun as I live by the beach and the beauty of running on the coastline always captivated me.
I had read many articles on other first time “offenders” and knew that I had to do it the right way ….. that is with a personal trainer. My choice of a coach could not have been a better one than Touma Bayoumi – amazing athlete and the best coach ever!! I used to see him run and admired his running stride and when I met and spoke to him I saw what a wonderful person he was too. He just makes things so easy and possible – he makes you believe and want to better yourself.
My training took four months – Touma and I decided that I would do my marathon in spring (in March specifically) so as not to suffer too much with training in the hot summer months.

with my coach Touma Bayoumi
my first Marathon – part II
WEARING Joanna: tight salomon
As I mentioned in the first part, it is very important to have a good coach that understands and gives you a program that suits your capabilities. It is also equally important to have your family’s support, as your training period is not short and it takes a lot of your time and energy.
In the beginning, it is all exciting – you see your long run kilometers increasing ……..past 20 – 22 – 25 – 30. You are so happy with yourself for what you have achieved so far. Continue reading