The application is now in and the training can begin! After a wonderful weekend last year, we have
once again decided to put a team together, strap on the running shoes and hit
the mountains in Grande Cache for the annual Canadian Death Race.
Not exactly sure what
to expect last year, I ran the first leg of the 125km race, wanting to be sure
that it was in the light and that I wasn’t going to get lost in the woods (didn’t
want to rely on bread crumbs). Well this
year I am challenging myself to a bit more distance running leg five (+5km),
which will be in the dark, unless the rest of my team runs like the wind (no
pressure guys). I really can’t imagine a
better motivation than the thought of a bear or the boogie man behind every tree;
just may end up being a record time yet.
The amount I learnt from the whole experience last year has
left a lasting impression; one that has me excited for this year. Like the I Ho Chuan experience, this is one
that is not solely individual but one that depends on an entire team. Without commitment from everyone on your
team, how do you succeed? This past year
I have been privileged to be a part of a couple of teams who truly have come
together in amazing ways. Watching the
lion and dragon dance presentation from last night was a great example of what time, dedication and working
together can produce; something great and to be appreciated. Great job guys!
Alana Regier
Thanks for this entry. I think you are very brave to to the death race!
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