Another week, another race to pace. Without the desire to competge, I like to use pacing to still experience race day. I would like to find a way to get back the competitive spirit. Becky and I paced this together and dressed up as Frankenstein and the bride of Frankenstein. Tried to convince her that it would be a good opportunity for us to make things official but she wouldn't go for it. Bus loading started at 6:15 which was way too early for a 9 a.m. race start. We had to wait in the freezing cold for way too long. Once the race started, the temps felt great. It was absolutely perfect racing weather. We hit our 1:50 groove very early in the race. We were within a few seconds of every mile the entire race. It's not very often that we are able to hit our splits so easily. The first 7 miles of downhill felt great. The uphill sections through the U were a little more effort but it was a nice change of pace. Had a girl join up with us for the last 5 miles. It was kiind of nice having somebody stick with us for so long. Hit mile twelve with our total elapsed time 7 seconds fast. Ran the last mile down City Creek a little fast but still came in at a good time.
One more race to pace next weekend then it is time to reevaluate my running. Not sure if I am ready to start intense training again or just enjoy the way I am running now.
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