BEST RACE EVER!!!!
After only 2 1/2 hours of sleep, I ran the best race I've ever run! Elijah and I ran the way we trained, with one minute walk breaks after evvery five minutes of running. We stopped at every aid station for water, gatorade, and whatever food they were serving (usually bananas, oranges, and clif shots). I had to stop once at a port-a-potty, but basically I ran the way I felt good running, and tried not to overdo. The weather was beautiful - absolutely perfect for a race. My first marathon in January was a 4:48, and I was really hoping for a 4:30 this time, with secret fantasies of doing a 4:20. I was shocked when I realized I was doing better than I had thought possible! I finished in 4:10:10 - 38 minutes faster than last time! I had NO IDEA I could run that fast. I cried when I crossed the finish line. I felt incredible the whole time - only a blister on my right foot. My attitude was the best it has ever been during a race. I just felt joyful the whole time I ran. It was, for me, the perfect race. I can't wait to have that experience again. :) | 