AM Heart of Holladay, Okay day now that I look back at it. I ran only nine seconds faster this year than last year. But I didn't kick it in like I usually do, just finished at an even pace. Ran a two mile warm up before the start, raced and then ran back to Sam, my 5 year old who wanted to run what he calls "a parent race." It was one of his New Years resolutions he wrote down in his kindergarten class earlier in the year. He ran 35:00. I went into this race with a plan to start fast and hold on for dear life. Not a bad plan but I didn't warm up enough so I didn't hit the first two miles at what I needed. mile 1 5:41, mile 2 5:45, final mile and .1 was 6:58, which was about 6:20 and 38. Way to slow!! The only thing good was when I looked up last years results many people ran slower this year. It was cooler last year which might of made the difference. I will run more tonight and get a 20 tomorrow if anyone wants a long run I would love the company. Should hit 95 miles this week and move to 100 next week.
Oh, I forgot, I was only 1st in division because Dennis, Nathan, and Eric took 1-2-3 in masters. I need to finish stronger in these shorter races and I would have been in the top three. It's in the last 1200 -800 meters that I am being passed. I've tried slower starts and the outcome is worse. I just need to focus at the end. We'll see next Saturday.
PM 6 miles at Sugar House Park on the road. 41:14 felt good but it was late after 10:30 when I finished. Meeting Scott at Liberty for a long run in the morning 6:30 am anyone wants to join us meet you there by fountain. |