I came within seconds of my goal so I'm very happy. This is the 4th year I have run this race. The first year I finished in 2:06, 2nd year 2:12, third year 2:18. I wanted to end the trend of getting slower and I did! My goal was 2:10 (9:59 pace or less). My first 5 mile pace was 9:51. My first 10 mile pace was 9:59. I finished with an AP of 10:03. Not bad considering I stopped at every water stop. I didn't wear my watch because it stresses me out too much. I just ran a little above my comfort level. I kept envisioning my grandson saying "Lets go TT, Lets go!". I didn't even turn on my Ipod. I thought about my grandson, my form, and the shirt I was wearing ("There will come a day when I can no longer do this ... Today is not that day!"). I am very grateful for my health.
Next year I'm hoping to beat this years time.
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