This race gave me the chills. I was happy last week I raced in the wind because the territory I ran on was no unfamiliar zone. I don't mind running in 30 degree weather at all, it's the wind that kicks me. I was happy that they changed the direction of the course from last year. There was one hill, up an overpass right at the beginning. The course was nice and flat, hopefully a fairly good warm up to Boston. I was pleased with the overall race. My goal was to come in under 1:40. According to Garmin and the clock, I did not do that. I still don't know my actuall CHIP time. If it's under 1:40 I will be completely satisfied, as of NOW.
As for later, there is something inside of me that wants to be stronger. One of the reasons why I love running is because of the challenge it gives me. In the next few months I want to test my speed. I really feel that this is the time for me to improve. I am willing to sacrifice. This was a pretty big race. I was pleased that I got to take home a medal. Last year I ran this same race, it was my worst half marathon time ever. I beat that time by 15 minutes!! I don't feel completely ready for Boston. I wish that I would have done a few more long runs. But I feel like I have improved in the last few months. 2 weeks baby.
| 