The biggest challenge of 2013

Year 2013 was not the one I wanted to be. I would have liked to run more and take part to many more races across Europe. But a stress fracture of the left pinkie forced me to ride a bike, swim a bit and rest a lot. 

All of that happened before April. A good season to recover in between and I found myself to be (almost) 32 years old.

I recently came across a quote that said, "You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have." 

So, I've been training the last four months because on November 30th, my 32nd birthday, I will put that statement to the test by running 32 miles.   
If I ever get to the finish line (there's actually no finish line) that will be the longest I've ever run in one row.

I cannot hide that I feel a bit nervous. I really don't know what to expect after the 34th km. My friend Priya will support me by bike, throwing snacks, water and bananas to the running monkey. She will also live tweet as long as I cover the distance.

You will find the tweet timeline (hashtag #gipsyrunner) here, on November 30th from 10:30 am CET (Central Europe Time). 

(That page will be created the day of the challenge)

By the end, I hope I'll be able to tell you how strong I am. 

Wish me luck!