First 16 miles I was so strong..no pain and averaged a 9:05 pace. Started feeling ill to stomach, finally at 18 I gelled and dry heaved....that was pleasant. The hills were killing my leg, shooting pain in the i-t band area. Finally, the last five miles were tears, hobble/walk to the finish (most important) I did finish. What a crazy day of emotions, pain and joy :) Even though I swore I would never run another marathon...I'm looking at flat ones for this fall already! Weather was terrific, beautiful view and awesome aide stations everywhere!! |