Race recap

This morning was my first 10K in a long time and now I know why. I had gotten in a pace lock and all that is my mind was to run and finish marathons. Well things have changed. I am working on getting stronger and faster with the knowledge and help of RC.

Last night we threw a surprise party for with wife's Aunt and Uncle for their 25th anniversary. It was a long night while getting to sleep at midnight and getting up a 5 this morning to get ready and drive. I did not eat good last, typical party food but at least I did not drink anything but water. I knew it was going to be hot today.

I woke up this morning with an terrible upset stomach that lasted up until about 15 minutes before the race. I was in and out of the porta-potty.

My son went with me this morning which made it good. I like to see him when I cross the finish line and Austin and Mandie are their in support and spirit for me.

I went out to fast. STUPID. I am part of Team POD and I know better. I should have gone out about 45 seconds slower on my first and second mile so that I would not crash later. RC tried to pull me in at the last 1/2 mile point but I think I let him down. I tried to push up the final hill to the last turn to the finish line but I was hot with stomach cramps. I know he was upset and he wanted to say something but being such a great coach he just kept encouraging me to push on and turn on the turbo.

And most of all, my **** radio failed this morning when I went to turn it on. I use to not listen to it while running but lately I like it. It keeps me company and helps me to push through some hard areas. Race morning is not the time nor the place to try something new. I had to run with no music. Thanks to Caryl for offering to share one of her earphones so that I could hear so music.


I could go on with excuses but the number one and main one is that I NEED MORE HILL WORK. I will admit to it. Most of my running schedule and placement has been around flats and small rolling hills. Not mountains like I ran this morning. That is going to change. I do believe RC will have something to do with that also.

I had a great time after the race at the local Dairy Festival. Mayfield was a sponsor with free ice cream and chocolate milk. I love milk after a hard run. It is a great way to replenish lost carbs. We then went and sat on the curb and watched a long parade with tractors, old cars and people marching. I can look back and say I had a bad run but I think it was about 20 seconds faster than the same run from last year. I am always trying to find something good in everything.

Have a great week.