I am running since almost 20 years regularily. Without visible talent, but with a lot of inspirations. Running at the beginning was much more for me than a hobby. It has given me power, improved a lot my self confidence and urge. Also it helped me to stop smoking (unfortunately I could not give up having some beer from time to time) and of course my physical condition grew from 'close to zero' to 'acceptable'.
After around 2 years I was able to run 8 KM, quickly afterwards 10 and 13 KM. "Will I ever be able to run 42KM " I asked myself and a dream was born. I registered for Berlin Marathon 2001 and prepared around 6 months for it. Many weeks I ran 6-7 times, and I included runs with up to 33 KM in every other week towards the end.
Preparing towards the objective "Berlin" was a huge motivation, and when it actually occured, a dream came true lasting 4:15 hours. Without any doubt, I will never forget this days.
Since than I ran a Marathon every year, (best one 2005 in Frankfurt 3:45h).
Last year I started cycling as well. Now I love both things, oftentimes having large problems deciding which one to do "now".
Sometimes I ride 100KM (more is not possible for me at present) and I went 2 times in the mountains of Switzerland and France for a one week training. Both were fantastic experiences, especially when I did the 'Stilfzer Joch' (2800 meters high) and some of the French hills (Col Du Galibier, Alpe 'd Huez, etc) together with my friend Uli.
I have a lot of respect for people going up those hills much much faster than I do, but I have no respect for people who are doping. Although another topic, I am sure that all really successful professionals are doping.
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