Brutal wind conditions for the race, gusts in the 40-50mph range. I had originally planned to run with the 3:35 pace group, but was feeling good at the start so went out a little quicker. I pushed the pace too much from miles 6-17 including running into the wind and paid the price during the final 4 miles. I was at 3:25 pace through 30k and finished in 3:32. My legs were really shot post race, but I feel surprisingly good on Monday morning. I'm looking to run a late may marathon next year where I will make another run at a BQ. |