Annette Schuchert is a Registered Nurse and dietitian working with our Total Wellness Program. She’s the one who guides the grocery store tours and is a regular facilitator of the Monday evening support group. What you may not know about her is that she is a marathon runner! Here’s her story of her most recent exploit.
"It was a cold start to the Disney World Marathon, 43 degrees, but much warmer than the 29 degree start last year! Actually, a perfect day for running. There were over 17,500 runners at the start, with a little over 13,500 finishing. Myself, being one of those.
I completed the 26.2 miles in 4 hours, 12 minutes, a little slower than last year but still very pleased with my time. I had to overcome some injuries, so I was extremely pleased having an overall finish in the top 25% of runners.
Although I had some self doubt at about mile 16, I was able to talk myself out of it. I can honestly say my Kaizen wellness class helped me through... whenever I thought I couldn't continue, I thought of them and knew I wanted to tell them I finished, not that I had to quit. We talk every week about overcoming obstacles and I knew I needed to give myself some positive self talk to continue. I want to be a good role model for them, and want to make them proud. My mind in the end was able to overcome the tiredness my body felt, and the self pride I had when crossing the finish line is the most wonderful feeling in the world.
I can't wait to do it again next year! If anyone would like to join me, feel free! "
