I ran another race on the weekend - but it did not belong to me. I came along for the ride with a lovely girl that had never run a race before and had asked me to coach her some months ago. She had some difficulty along the way, due to the high temperatures. I know the feeling, as I experienced the same last year in Chicago and it is a struggle. I am so proud of her for the way she finished. Despite not feeling 100 percent, she finished within minutes of her goal time. Anyone can finish something that is easy, but only a true champion can finish something that is difficult. I was proud to run with her, but even more gratified to see her cross that finish line and accept her medal. It was my most memorable moment as a coach.
