2.6.16
I wasn't planning on racing this weekend, but, after a week of no exercise, I was ready to race again.
I had two options: the Hot Chocolate 15k in Dallas, or, this event in FW.
This event, in its inaugural year, had two options, a 2 or 4 mile run, with the option to do both. Coordinated by Mellew, I kept my expectations in check. That, coupled with the themed nature of the run, made me a bit skeptical about the event, but, it was close and easy, so, I went.
I rolled out of bed early and got to Panther Island Pavilion quickly. The temps were in the low 30's. It would be a cold day.
I planned on pushing hard on the 2 miler, with hopes of a sub 16 minute time, and, then, based on how I felt, determining a pace for the 4 miler.
The 2 miler went off at 8. I pushed hard for the 1st mile and booked a 7:48. I slowed for mile 2, and booked a 8:18. I simply don't have my legs back yet. Total time for the 2 miler: 16:05. I just missed my target.
15 minutes later, the 4 miler started. I'd rubbed a bad blister on my left heel during the 2 miler, so changed my socks pre race. I saw a few buddies before the 4 miler...we visited briefly.
When the race started, I tried to keep a moderate pace, and booked a 9:13 1st mile. I slowed slightly for mile 2, and booked a 9:34. I was beginning to feel fatigued. I walked through a water stop just before mile 3, and booked a 9:58 that mile. I picked the pace back up for mile 4 and booked a 9:35. Total Time: 37:51. A pretty slow 4 miler for me.
The post party had a DJ and free beer. I hung out with several running buddies for a bit.
There were major issues with the timing, but, once all was resolved, I took 3rd in my AG in each race. I'll take it.
Not a bad day, but, I'm ready to be back in racing shape.
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