As a member of the FW Y team, this event will be a staple on my fitness calendar. The 5k option of this event was my 2nd 5k last year, and, due to my newness to running, I was forced to walk a bit. My 2012 time for the 5k was 35:13. What a difference a year makes. I opted for the 10k option this year, my 2nd event of that distance. Lindsi and the boys opted for the 5k, and, Griffin was excited about running with mommy. We took separate cars, and, had a little trouble connecting pre-race. As a result, I was nowhere near the starting corral when the horn sounded for the 10k. As I worked my way to the start line, Butler was on the microphone chanting "go derek go". I had some catching up to do. The weather was in the 30's at the start, and I had layered my clothing. About 2 miles in, I realized that I needed to shed some clothing, or, I would overheat. So, gloves off, fleece jacket around waist, and continue running. I found a steady pace, and for as hilly of a course as it was, felt good about my rhythm. My goal is to be under 1 hour in 10k's. I recognized that I wouldn't quite be there, but, would be close. As I rounded the corner towards the finish line, I picked up the pace, and, finished in 1:04:40. Not bad, but, a long way to go to be competitive. As expected, the boys were challenging for Lindsi. Gobbler Trot 1k it is next year.
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