The first reason was I did not able to get enough training because of Haiti trips. So I hardly had about 10 practice runs. And the second was when Sir Ken get sick one week before the marathon date. He was weak and having continues fever and stomach problem even the day of marathon but we both are committed to run this marathon together for good cause. During the run he also fell down while crossing the creek but he remained firm and we were able to complete the run less than six hours.
The Prescott YMCA Marathon is one of toughest marathon in USA. The terrain is rugged. The altitude exceeds miles above sea level as we crossed two time 7000 feet point during the run. The weather was severe when we started the marathon at 5 AM.
In this marathon there is also one hour early start so you could have 7 hours to complete. So you can imagine it is a hard run.
You can see in the pictures and video that we ran this marathon in Pakistani traditional cloths to commemorate our work in Pakistan.
We are thankful to all of you for praying and supporting us to raise money for our on going relief efforts in Haiti.
Waheed Alam
Awesome! So glad you were both able to complete the marathon and thanks for your commitment to ORR and the work in Haiti!
ReplyDeleteVery awesome guys. I am glad you were able to have this great experience together.
ReplyDeleteJames A.
I am so proud of you both!!!! It is so difficult to put into words what a run like this must be like. I am inspired by your commitment to power through to the end. Great job!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn Smith
You guys are awesome! Thank you for all you do.
ReplyDeleteLiz D.
We are so proud of you both, Ken and Waheed.!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for your committment to "finish the race" and hang in there even when it was so very tough!!!!!You guys are awesome, and we love you.
ReplyDeleteRich and Norma Jean
You both are amazing...incredible commitment to each other, ORR, and Haiti! We are praying for a quick recovery for Ken's health. Blessings....
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