Don't get discouraged. As far as I'm concerned, a positive attitude is the most important attribute any runner can have. You'll need it often. Every runner has bad days, every runner has occasional injuries, and every runner eventually slows down (take it from someone who has slowed down a lot). But as long as you maintain a positive attitude, you'll find ways to overcome the obstacles and continue running. After all, running offers countless rewards. It's simply up to you to find the ones that have the most meaning for you.

Here’s my mantra: ‘Every mile is a gift.’

It's not about how fast you go. It's not about how far you go. It's a process.

Best wishes for a great marathon. Be sure to savor it. The first marathon is something special. Run long and healthy.

Courage is crossing a starting line.

To get to the finish line, you'll have to try lots of different paths.

Life is a marathon, not a sprint; pace yourself accordingly.