so...I'm out of shape and haven't been running due to my significant ankle sprain a month ago. But, in an effort to run 1 more race before the end of the year, and, due to the fact that Griff wanted to run this one, we were TMS bound in the cold, wet conditions for this 5k.
This run is coordinated by The Cowtown Marathon, and, is well supported by the local schools' run clubs.
we arrived to really cold temps and drizzle. We hung out a bit inside the garage, before heading to the start line at race time.
Griff and I lined up together near the front, and I thought we might run together. Clearly, I had forgotten how fast he's become and how slow I'd become. When the horn sounded, we ran together briefly, and the little dude took off. I posted a decent 8:22 mile 1, but, my heart was racing, and, pathetically, I had to stop and walk to get it to slow down. The rest of the race would be much of the same for me, as my HR would near 170 bpm, and I'd have to walk a bit.
Per Strava, I ran a 28:41, or, 9:24 pace. At least a minute per mile slower than where I should be. It will be a long road back to base fitness.
Griff absolutely crushed his run and set a new PR on a tough course. He ran a 24:50, or, a 7:58 pace. That little dude is running a sub 8 pace...unbelievable.
That'll do it for 2017. I'll take a couple of weeks to enjoy the holidays, and, then get after it with a cleanse and focused training for IMTX.
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