I did the River Road Half Marathon today! It was about an hour and a half away, so me and my friend left bright and early to get to the race by 7. (Not really that bright and early- I got up the same time I always do). The race was an "out and back" course- which was awesome. It was on a road that ran all along a beautiful river. (And should I mention that it was a PERFECT 55 degrees during our race? We couldn't have asked for better weather.)
Here I am at the finish.
Boy was I glad to be done. It was a HILLY course. As we started the race we tried to keep track of the hills- since we knew that we were going to run back along the same road. The race started down hill... for like a mile and a half. Which was an awesome way to start! Man oh man was it a tough finish. The entire last mile was a struggle. 4 big hills right in a row. I've never been so glad to see a finish line in my life.
I ran with my friend Judy. Can I just tell you what a rockstar she is? She's run 7 marathons THIS YEAR. Not to mention other races- half marathons, a 30k last weekend. She's pretty amazing. And really nice to do this race with me since she just finished a bunch of races. And she basically paced me the entire race. My pace? I am still shocked. Sometimes we can surprise ourselves. Let's just say that I'm really happy with how I did. And it was a small race, so I actually got first in my age group! Ha... small races are awesome.
It was a fun race. I am happy that my early mornings are paying off. It's nice to work hard and fulfill goals. 3 half marathons down, 2 to go :)
9 comments:
You rock. You might as well go for the full and check it off your bucket list. I like how you say "2 to go" as if you're going to stop after that...
Congrats!!! I can't believe you didn't post your time! You are a rock star too Amber.
My time was 1:44 :)
so cool. you are a rockstar. im in awe. good job!!!
You are a competitive racer girl! You always have some excuse of small race or whatnot, but you are fast! I am super impressed.
I'm so proud of you that I'm getting teary eyed!! Congratulations. I want to be like you when I grow up.
WOW!!! Seriously impressive time!
You rock Am!
You Rock Amber... seriously so impressive!!! Sounds like your recent trip was a blast. I am glad that life is going good. Sorry about sleep issues (with the kids) as they are so difficult to work through. You are such a great mom and I love that I can keep tabs on you through your blog.
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