FWRC Einstein 10k 2014

1.19.14

In an effort to find another January event, I stumbled upon this one. The price was hard to ignore, as it was only $12 for non-members of FWRC.  The right knee is still sore, but, my mileage has been increasing, due to the training for the 70.3. I knew that running this race would mean running a shorter distance than scheduled for the day, but, I figured I could run for speed.  It has been my goal to finish a 10k in less than 1 hour. I wanted today to be the day.  It was a chilly morning, with temps in the mid-30's to start.  It also appeared that it would be a small group, as, looking around at the start, it seemed as if only about 75 people were there (race results showed approx 90). I got off to a good start and maintained a sub-10 minute pace throughout. My Garmin showed a longer distance than 6.2, and even with the longer distance, I ran a 57:22. A PR, and under 1 hour. I felt really good about this one. And, I took 3rd in my age group.  I might be starting to figure this running thing out.  As a side note, I suspect we will join FWRC.  

Resolution Solution 5k 2014

1.1.14

Heading into January, I had not selected an event for the month.  I figured this event would be a great way to start off the year on the right foot.  While I'd peeked at this event, I had not registered.   As a matter of fact, I did not finally determine that I would participate until this morning. I was a walk up registrant, which is quite unlike me.  

Having stayed out late last night (NYE), and having consumed a half bottle of makers 46, I thought this one might be rough.  

I got off to a decent start, and felt ok, considering my activities last night.  

As I turned towards the finish, I realized that I could set a PR, and, I did.  The only negative is that I missed placing in my age group by only 9 seconds.  It would have been nice to start the year by placing in the event.  

Time: 26.46.  Not bad.  The goal is still a sub 25 minute 5k. I'll get there this year.