First Hammergel before we started left me dry heaving, and I was pretty sure it was going to end up on top of the wrapper at the bottom of the trash barrel. Not a good sign to start.
But, as the run began, things clicked. I managed 3 more fuelings at mile 5, 10, 15 without puking (good)! In fact, the warmer it got, the better it tasted (go figure).
The last half was a strong negative split, and I had more left! What a great feeling :-) last three miles at race pace without really trying.
My worst problem is a blister that has reformed on my left foot. No big deal, I can run through that kind of pain.
Thanks, Rick and Karen for supporting me on this run! It wouldn't have been such a success without you--your pacing (Rick) and water stops (Karen)!
ActivityRoute: | -- | Elev. Avg: | 743 ft | Location: | Blue Springs, MO | Elev. Gain: | -13 ft | Date: | 09/21/08 | Up/Downhill: | [+1000/-1013] | Time: | 06:56 AM | Difficulty: | 4.0 / 5.0 | | Weather: | A Few Clouds | | 66 F temp; 86% humidity | | 66 F heat index; winds S 5 |
PerformanceDistance: | 20.01 miles | | |
Time: | 3:04:44 | Speed: | 6.5 mph | | | Pace: | 9' 14 /mi | | | Calories: | 1813 | | |
Map Elevation (ft) Pace (min/mile) SplitsMile | Pace (min/mile) | Speed (mph) | Elevation Gain |
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actual | +/- avg | actual | +/- avg |
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1 | 9' 28 | +0' 14 | 6.3 | -0.2 | +3 ft | 2 | 9' 23 | +0' 09 | 6.4 | -0.1 | -14 ft | 3 | 9' 38 | +0' 24 | 6.2 | -0.3 | 0 ft | 4 | 9' 22 | +0' 08 | 6.4 | -0.1 | 0 ft | 5 | 9' 23 | +0' 09 | 6.4 | -0.1 | -10 ft | 6 | 9' 21 | +0' 07 | 6.4 | -0.1 | +20 ft | 7 | 9' 41 | +0' 27 | 6.2 | -0.3 | -19 ft | 8 | 9' 24 | +0' 10 | 6.4 | -0.1 | +23 ft | 9 | 9' 16 | +0' 02 | 6.5 | -0.0 | -3 ft | 10 | 9' 18 | +0' 04 | 6.5 | -0.0 | +6 ft | 11 | 9' 14 | +0' 00 | 6.5 | -0.0 | -9 ft | 12 | 9' 09 | -0' 05 | 6.5 | +0.1 | +17 ft | 13 | 9' 25 | +0' 11 | 6.4 | -0.1 | +7 ft | 14 | 8' 53 | -0' 21 | 6.8 | +0.3 | 0 ft | 15 | 9' 07 | -0' 07 | 6.6 | +0.1 | -6 ft | 16 | 9' 02 | -0' 12 | 6.6 | +0.1 | -20 ft | 17 | 9' 06 | -0' 08 | 6.6 | +0.1 | +13 ft | 18 | 8' 52 | -0' 22 | 6.8 | +0.3 | -4 ft | 19 | 8' 41 | -0' 33 | 6.9 | +0.4 | 0 ft | 20 | 8' 35 | -0' 39 | 7.0 | +0.5 | 0 ft | end | 8' 20 | -0' 54 | 7.2 | +0.7 | -16 ft | Versus average of 9' 14 min/mile |
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6 comments:
nice work....saw you on twitter and wanted to check out the details.
what flavor hammer gel if you don't mind me asking?
--steve
Thanks for the comment :-) I used Vanilla flavored Hammergel. I made this change after really having a very hard time with other, more sugary options.
Great job on the run this morning! I now have more confidence than ever that you will BQ in Chicago.
Thanks, Rick! I actually feel like the hard work has paid off and I'm ready! I'm on cloud 9 after such a great 20 miler this close to Chicago :-) I'm trying to imagine what it's going to feel like to finally qualify. You've really helped me get here, too. Thank you!
Great job! Good to hear you had a good day too! The feeling of a great run is like none other- even sweeter for a 20 miler. You're on your way to to BQ! And thanks for your wonderful encouragement!
Thanks, Jesse! I know you're first marathon is going to rock. You are so prepared! Thanks for all of your encouragement also! Chicago is just going to be a blast!
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