This Christmas started as no other, but took an extremely ugly turn on Christmas morning. Kate asked her sister-in-law, Missy, if she would like to do a half marathon with her in Nashville in April. Of course, Missy was all for it. As soon as Brian caught wind of this, he mentioned that he would like to do it as well. Well, those that know the Turzas know how competitive we can be.
Needless to say, by the end of our Christmas, both Kate & Brian (the Turzas) and Missy & Brett (the Elrods) were betting against each other who could win the race. It was decided that the losing team would name their first born child after the winning team. This means some poor child will be named either Elrod Turza or Turza (Turzelle if a girl) Elrod.
Let us give you some fitness background on us, so you can make a wager, too:
Kate & Brian - newly married and have DEFINITELY packed on the "newlywed" weight.
Kate recently ran a half marathon the beginning of December, finishing in decent enough time - but seriously lacking in speed.
Brian has recently enjoyed taking some "time off" from his sports. In the past, he was an avid baseball player and wrestler (in high school)
As for Missy & Brett, I'll let them fill you in on their fitness level.
Our plan is that this blog will track Brian & Kate's progress in training for this Half Marathon. Wish us luck!!
Missy and Brett are both amazing athletes and that is all anyone needs to know. In fact, Missy woke up early (8:30 am is early for some people) and headed to the gym (so what if it was the first time in months) and had an intense workout! Brett has been busy with work but as soon as we get him some new sneakers (we Elrods don't need any fancy heart monitors!) his training will begin. I cannot wait to welcome to the world baby Elrod Turza!!!!
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