No time for a full race report, but here is the down and dirty version:- Got 6 hours of sleep and felt great this morning.
- No problem getting to Hopkinton]
- Within 3 minutes of getting to Athlete's Village, I ran into local friends (bonus!)
- Weather throughout was perfect.
- Felt like I was holding back nicely first miles - felt great.
- Saw Maria just after the 10K!
- Saw family just after 7 - stopped and gave both boys hugs and kisses (a real highlight of race!)
- Breathing felt great, but felt really parched by mile 8.
- Continued slowing down and going by feel, but by this point I knew a fast race was not in the cards.
- Saw people from all over the world - very cool.
- Recalled that this is one damn tough course.
- Wellesly was not nearly as loud from a distance this year, but it did make me lose my breath running through - not because I sped up, because of the sheer energy.
- Probably slapped 2,000 little kids hands and smiled at everyone I saw. I felt kinda crappy, but loved it when people yelled, "you look so strong, great smile!"
- Um, not enough BodyGlide. By mile 10, both my underarms were KILLING me.
- As I slowed, I started walking through the water stops and took it nice and easy. Goal was became solely to finish and finish strong.
- Saw my family at mile 20.xx. A MUCH needed shot in the arm. Was feeling kinda dizzy then, but they told me to get moving. So I did.
- Boston College kicks ass.
- Slapped another 2000 outstreched hands probably. They almost ripped my arms off, but it was well worth it.
- I never stopped on Heartbreak Hill.
- Stopped to walk through a water break at 23.xx and a guy next to me started chatting. Wouldn't you know he lives in the same tiny Wisconsin town I do?! :)
- Ran next to a guy in a Superman t-shirt. The spectators went nuts.
- Finished strong, but as I was turning around 25.75, my L calf started to cramp up (never has happened before). Fortunately it stopped and I finished strong. Last .2x at 6:5x pace. :)
- Was a fun race and am very proud.
Thanks for your support. I thought of you all during my run.
4 comments:
Congrats. Now, rest up!
Yeah!!! When I saw your time slow down, I was hoping you had switched into fun mode and that you weren't hurt. Sounds like it was a super fun experience! Congrats on #10!!!
Thanks! No injury (although I sure have a pronounced gimp today), just noo fast run in the cards for me. The time was bittersweet, but I did enjoy the crowds and a fast finish.
Your energy & smile are amazing!!!! It was so great meeting you and seeing you at 10K!! I'm glad to hear you had a fun Boston experience, it's unbelievable for sure!!
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