After months of training, it’s finally Marathon Day for Jess. Will her body cooperate for 26 miles to the finish line?
About Jess Howard
Jess Howard is a single mother living in Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island. Jess has been writing on her personal blog hopebomb.com for eight years. Having had a few years of bad luck — including her home burning down and the break-up of a 14-year marriage — she is determined to continue to see the positive in everything and find the path to happiness and joy. Jess holds a Bachelors degree in English from the University of Victoria and several diplomas in photography and media from BCIT, but her real education has come from raising four children ages 6, 8, 10 and 12.
Marathon Training Week 10 and 11
As marathon day approaches, Jess is in pain and not sure how she will run the 26 miles.
Marathon Training Week Eight and Nine
As Jess moves into the most intense part of her training for an upcoming marathon, she reflects on how the desire to run has taken over her life.
Marathon Training Week Seven
With a marathon coming up, Jess goes for it, with dreams of Gatorade and that amazing feeling of accomplishment that comes at the finish.
Marathon Training Week Five and Six
Jess’ love of running returns, and she sets her sights on the marathon.
Marathon Training Week Four
After a less-than-inspiring week, Jess finds the confidence to continue her marathon training.
Second Time Around
Jess and her husband broke up, made up, broke up, and now they’re together again. Will it last? Jess realizes that’s not the most important question when it comes to love.
Marathon Training Week Three
Getting ready for a spring marathon proves to be a struggle for Jess — but she’s not giving up despite having to overcome an injury that is giving her grief.
Marathon Training — The Doubtful Stage
After her injuries, Jess gets the go-ahead to start running again — and the marathon is only 98 days away.
Marathon Training: Ready or Not?
I started running nine months ago. It’s hard to believe it’s been that long already. In that time I have learned many lessons, some the very hard way. I have also transformed myself — mind and body…