An eager participant

You know, I have always believed (rightly or wrongly) that I was a very good athlete. And one who is fit and hates even a slight arrival of a paunch.

That took a beating when the back ache surfaced. My regular exercises stopped, my fears of developing a small paunch came true.

I have been doing my exercises only for the last week or so.

So when I read the announcement of the Chennai Marathon (it will be held on February 20), I thought this was my best opportunity to test my endurance. I registered immediately.

Moreover, I liked the concept of Mumbai Marathon when it was staged in the city last year. The whole city took part in the event, it was a sort of festival. Media coverage gave it that much more glamour.

I'm eagerly awaiting the Chennai Marathon.