Team work gets you there

I've been reflecting over the last few days about our epic 76 (or 79 if you take the officials measurement) Great Glen run. During the two days there were points that were very tough both physically and mentally. In the end I concluded that it was the mental side that took more out of you - having that voice in your head telling you how difficult it was is a real pain in the arse and serves no purpose! But it was my team mates that came to my rescue and visa versa when you saw someone suffering. On numerous occassions one of them would slow down, start a conversation to distract you from the pain and help you back to "a good place". On no occassion did anyone say "this sub-zero temperature is killing me so I think I'll stop". We were all feeling it, all going through the turmoil but instead of moaning (which would achieve nothing other than finding yourself running on your own) we all helped each other out. Even the super fit ones would enjoy helping someone else because it distracted them from any aches and pains they had. This experience will be the making of "The Tartan Army" in the Marathon des Sables as we will need to support each other over 6 days of gruelling physical and mental challenges. At 6.15am my yoga teacher treated me wisely taking account of what I'd been through. There were some physical signs and after an hour I felt great. Then off for a sports massage but not with the normal pressure being applied - wise move again! The weekend has taken it's toll on my body but with "my team" of experts around me, they can rebuild me! It's just great to be surrounded by so many "can do" people who are all pushing their own barriers and inspiring others. Thanks team.