The 2010 LA Marathon was no walk (or run!) in the park for Margaret Davis. A few weeks before the March 21st event, Mahgy and her running partner and daughter, Colleen Heublein, finished their final training run of 21 miles while also prerunning the course. The problem was that it was raining and the conditions were far from desirable for such a run. As a result, Mahgy came down with a nasty cold with severe flu-like symptoms and battled the illness right up to the race weekend. Besides being severely run down, she had lost several pounds which also depleted her body's overall condition and stamina. But in typical fashion for a runner of her caliber and competitive spirit she decided to run. And run she did! When the finish line tape was broken it was Margaret Davis in the winner's circle again with one of her more memorable performances behind her! Mahgy's condition added additional pressure to Colleen's job as her "wing man", like a quick pit stop at mile marker 8 for a "smoothie." "I don't even like smoothie's but it was the only thing that sounded good", said Mahgy. So Colleen made it happen and the two continued on with renewed energy. Then there was the brief stop where she relieved an LA fireman of his chair so that she could get off her feet for a minute or two. Every marathon takes on it's own life and this one was no exception! It was an amazing finish and one that produced a victory that will not soon be forgotten. Congratulations Mahgy and Colleen! You are both an inspiration to us all!!
This year's race started at Dodger Stadium and
finished in Santa Monica.
At the expo on Saturday before the race Mahgy
is asked to pose for pictures with Yi Joo, a runner
who will cross the country running from L.A. to
New York.
Yi and Mahgy...don't even THINK about it, Mahgy!
Mahgy with artist and photographer Ryan Graeff.
Graeff's images have been collected by The Getty
Center, art galleries and collectors from all over
the world.
Mahgy preparing her bib before the race.
One of Mahgy's brief pit stops during the race...
and enjoying her smoothie!
Once again, the dynamic duo savoring the taste
of victory and sharing the many stories of the day.
Some of the grandchildren and great grandchildren
enjoying the moment with Mahgy and Colleen.
And a good time was had by all! Thank you
Mahgy and Colleen for giving us a chance to
share these experiences with you. You guys
ROCK!!!
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