I'm pretty happy with how this race went. Of course, I always want to do better. Isn't that how all runners are? I'm especially happy that I kept my mileage up this week. I know that I have a ways to go to be considered high mileage. but my consistency is improving. I'm glad to see my fitness improving. I warmed up 3 miles with Allie and James. I'm really nervous and chatty before races, so I'm sure they got an earful. The race started about five seconds back from the actual start line. What is up with that? It funneled down quickly. It was kind of a hairy start. I got out quickly with Devra, and we traded leads through the first two miles. We went through the 2 mile in 11:10. I thought I had sub-18 in the bag. However, the last mile is a long gradual uphill. I lost a lot of time. Devra pulled ahead shortly after the two mile, and I didn't match her. I admit to getting complacent in the last mile. Though, I was definitely feeling the pain. I was kicking myself when I hit my watch at 18:01 for the finish. I could have broken 18 without the mental lag. Something to work on next time. Devra and I cooled down three miles. Then, I watched my little guy, Cole run a blazing 10:43 mile race! He tried so hard! When we went to awards, I got left out. My chip didn't register at the start. So, they didn't have an official time. I claim the 18:01. This actually happened to me a couple of years ago, too. I'm thrilled with the improvements. Deseret News will be a big test, but I'm looking forward to it!
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