I usually like to run races that draw fast competition so that I am pushed to do my best. However, I like doing great smaller races every now and then and today was amazing. I went out in 5:25 for the first mile but all of the other mile markers were off and it was really windy. I went through the 5K in 17:07, exactly the same as last week. Unlike last week however I still felt great. I surged away from the guy running with my and dropped him at about mile 5. I won the race and established a new PR of 33:38 so it was a great day. (although if it wasn't so windy I may have PRed by even more?" I hope I get the chance on Veteran's Day) What made it even better was the award that I received. It wasn't advertised on their website but it was a very sizable cash prize :) That will go a long way in helping to cover race entry fees and perhaps a new pair of shoes that I need to get soon. It was a great surprise. Running this race on this weekend is advantageous for decent hobby runners like myself because the local elites are gearing up for the Army 10 miler next week or are preparing for the Marine Corps Marathon in two weeks. In addition the local Ethiopians were at a race in Arlington that did in fact advertise good sized cash awards. Great run, good weather, a solid PR and cash in my pocket. Can't complain there! Next goal, attempt to break 16:00 at the Goblin Gallop 5K on the 28th :) Results
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