I got a ride with some of the other XC/distance track guys, and we got there about an hour before my race started. I did a mile on the track, then a mile of warm up after that but before my race. I was planning on just drafting on Elijah for the whole race, and then passing him at the end. It happened just the opposite. I was also planning on hitting a slower time, but I saw the first heat, and Jerrell kept a fast pace, finishing at a 9:23, with Ben right behind him, and a few guys strung out around them. I knew I was going to have to go faster than a 9:40 like I planned.
Race: I went out right behind Elijah, and just stayed on his tail until the waterfall came around, and was cut off by a ton of people. I passed all these kids after 1 lap, and then passed Elijah at around the second or third lap. I led, hitting some fast splits, and still feeling great. I came at the 800 at 2:18, and the mile at 4:38. I slowed a bit, but kept a good pace. With only 300m to go, Elijah passed me, and I just slowed down. My excuse was already thought up before the race. I was saving it for the finals. He sprinted those last few laps, while I actually slowed. My stomach started hurting the last part of the last lap. Kinda weird, but it was at a good time.
After the race I did a cool down alone, then after Kyler's and Nick's race(they both PR'd) I cooled down with them and Zan (who also PR'd.). Now to get ready for the finals. | 