Are you up for a challenging run? Try running the North Pole Marathon. It is the coolest marathon in America and one that has an upcoming race in April.
Last winter, I drove up an icy hill after a heavy snowstorm to get a roll of toilet paper. It was a scary drive, but worth it. After getting to the store, I was happy to pick up my desired item and get a few other items to comfort me through the upcoming stormy days. The whole incident made me realize one thing - if you really want something, you'll go for it even in harsh conditions. This mentality is one that I believe the originators of the North Pole Marathon must have adopted; they created a race in harsh conditions because they really wanted it. Now, lots of other people do too.
The North Pole Marathon is a certified 26.2 race that is ran entirely on water (frozen water). Runners are eligible to join the North Pole Marathon Grand Slam Club, which requires participants to finish a marathon on each of the seven continents. In addition, people who participate in this race are officially stomping on famous grounds; the North Pole Marathon was actually listed in the Guinness book of World Records for being the Northernmost Marathon on earth. It is just one of the many attractions to this race although the biggest one is the challenge.
The North Pole Marathon is a once in a lifetime challenge. It is a run good for people who want to stretch themselves physically and emotionally. After all, it isn't every day that you bear the bitter cold for a run. Most individuals only face arctic conditions in emergency situations - like a need for a roll of toilet paper. Yet, just as in an emergency situation, this marathon will give you a sense of satisfaction after you get through it. You will understand that it was a run you had to do.
For more details about the North Pole Marathon, go to their site at www.npmarathon.com. You will be able to get vital information on it. Also, you will find out more reasons why you really need to join this run. You still have time. The next marathon is on April 2009.
