All things considered, I got through my training plan pretty well. No, I didn't complete all of the runs, but I've started to accept that this is okay. I did what I needed to be in shape for the race. Unfortunately, I didn't quite make my goal, but the weather was a problem, which is simply one of the hazards of running at this point in the year around these parts.
What was cool is that I pretty much maintained exactly my goal pace for the first 10 miles. Then it got hot. With no shade. Boo. Many of us complained about the conditions at the end of the race, so I don't feel like it was only me--including some Half-Fanatic people (I didn't wear my shirt, but probably should have). These things happen. I was happy that I stayed on track for most of the race. Plus I got through the whole series!
There is one more on the agenda: a half-marathon in Niagara Falls in June. I really hope that the weather holds for it! I'll be revisiting the same training plan as the last time, although I am taking a bit of time off in between.
The most exciting development in my running life is the fact that I got in to the Beach to Beacon 10k, which takes place in Maine on August 4. The race filled up within 5 minutes of registration opening, so that feels like an accomplishment just getting in. I truly hope that this will be the 10k race where I finally do well! This is my most frustrating distance. I'm sure you'll hear all about it in the coming weeks.
