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Gobi March (2011) blog posts from Alex Johnson

21 June 2011 01:45 am (GMT+09:00) Osaka, Sapporo, Tokyo

Getting down to crunch time. I have my pack packed but I don't know the final weight since I don't have a scale in the house (don't believe in them) and the kitchen cooking scale only goes up to about two lbs. Bought my final pieces of mandatory equipment, and despite having to buy two headlamps, I figure Nick and Walker can have hours of fun putting them on and running around the dark apartment when I get back. Props to my mom who is flying over here on Friday (after I depart) to help Mayra look after the boys while I am away. I honestly don't feel completely prepared physically as I didn't get any training runs in on the sand or trains, but at least I got in a good 60-70 kilometers a week in on Tokyo pavement. My wife Mayra has been a huge help along the way, looking after the boys while I needed to run. Little does she know I've signed her up against her knowledge for next years Gobi.

Comments: Total (12) comments

Posted On: 02 Jul 2011 10:53 pm

Not really much mere mortals can say against the backdrop of such an accomplshment, except we are proud to be your family. Many many congrats !!!!

Posted On: 02 Jul 2011 03:14 pm

Enjoy the watermelon. Most of your strength and guts came from your mom. I\'m relieved that it\'s over. Good job!!!!

Posted On: 02 Jul 2011 09:58 am

Alright Alex!!!! Jason and I have been keeping up with your result. They are impressive!! Very proud! Cheers!

Posted On: 02 Jul 2011 02:52 am

April and Cherry are keeping me aware of your accomplishment!!! You are their hero!!! GO!!!

Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 08:30 pm

Hey Man! We are watching your progress every day. Rooting for you. Press On. You can do it.

Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 03:08 pm

Just got the results of of Stage 4....all I can say is WOW!

Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 02:29 pm

One word - IMPRESSIVE!

Posted On: 30 Jun 2011 05:36 am

Yo AJ... This is ridiculous! Keep it up brother am checking in daily...Seriously impressed! Everyone cheering you on over here in Tokyo, except for Ryuji, who longs for your return...

Posted On: 29 Jun 2011 01:42 pm

You're amazing and you are definitely your dad's son

Posted On: 28 Jun 2011 10:39 pm

Wow----what an adventure---on to Antartica. Wish I could do this!!!! Your boys will remember this, Dad. What an example you are showing.

Posted On: 28 Jun 2011 09:45 pm

AJ - brilliant effort and intestinal fortitude which makes some of your colleagues here look a little weak in the "guts" department. We are all following you on...keep on running...cheers SS

Posted On: 27 Jun 2011 02:14 pm

GO GO Gadget!! What an accomplishment to even attempt - you're a MACHINE!! Know how proud your family is..good luck!!