In exactly four hours, my wave of the 2012 Maryland Warrior Dash will begin. I’m not gonna lie, I’m terrified. I’m determined to finish every obstacle, but I’m so scared I’ll come across one I can’t manage.

I’m especially worried about the climbing, which I know there’s a lot of. I’m bringing gloves to protect my hands, and a lot of hope that I can just finish.

See you on the other side, viking helmet in hand…