Ran a 10k in June (6 Viewers)

[Darrinll40]

brutal.short story- ran with 2 tri-friends, one of whom has been training pretty consistently for the race. Decided to shoot for 3:45 starting at 8:45s, moving to 8:35s after 8 and then to 8:25s at 18 after a "reality" check.my reality was that it was brutal. SOOOOO crowded, I spent literally the whole race jumping side to side to get by people- why the entire crowd seemed to be starting in the wrong pace group, I don't know, but it was ... brutal. I knew by the midpoint (1:55) that my legs were fried, but kept with my friends.;I wish I could say the crowds helped- but more than anything, they crowded the race course, which made it even harder to run freely. the absolute highlight was seeing my wife and awake baby at around mile 18- the kid was looking around like, wtf?, and then spotted me and let out a HUGE grin that got me crying me ### off... wasted electrolytes. I had been feeling pretty emotional the entire race, actually- lots of people running for cancer charities, which got me thinking a lot about my dad who passed away suddenly last christmas eve... cried a number of times early in the course. Jeebus- that race kicked my ### inside and out.I let my buddy take off and I gritted out the remaining 8ish miles slowing to a 9:30 for the last 4m. brutal. felt a hair away from cramping in multiple places from around m20 until the finish. kept trying to tell myself the pace was mind over matter at that point, would try and kick it up a bit, and then realize it was cramps over matter- with my mind nowhere in the equation. saw the wife and kid at mile 22ish, but it was a blur and I was already out of it and just surviving until the finish. brutal.Oh... unofficial time 3:53:15.I'll try and add more when I'm not feeling so brutalized.

Way to stick it out. It is perfectly fine to get a bit emotional. To have all those problems and still finish only 8 or so minutes off of your goal is great.

Thanks, Darrin- much appreciated. I honestly hadn't expected to be thinking about and missing my dad so much today... it's a good and bad thing- missing him hurts, but thinking about him also helps. And fwiw- I'm actually content with the time, all things considered. But it was brutal.One thing I thought of, and maybe the marathon vets can chime in- I ran friday, but when I finished today, i thought I would've been better served putting in a short run Saturday too- just long enough to break a sweat and then stretch out. Dunno... just trying to look for reasons for my tightness almost from the getgo (other than having to zig-zag for 26.2 miles).

I DVR'd the 3 PM marathon show on NBC and I didn't see you at the start. Of course, I have no idea what you look like.

 

[tri-man 47]

let out a HUGE grin that got me crying me ### off... wasted electrolytes. ... cried a number of times early in the course.

Shark move here is to extend out your lip and recirculate the fluids.

Oh... unofficial time 3:53:15.

Wow. After fighting through injuries and whipping that ol' body back into shape ...that's really impressive. The Ironman lives! It deserves some Thanks for openly sharing the memories of your father. That means a lot, gb. Congrats on a wonderful accomplishment.

 

[DolphinsPhan]

brutal.short story- ran with 2 tri-friends, one of whom has been training pretty consistently for the race. Decided to shoot for 3:45 starting at 8:45s, moving to 8:35s after 8 and then to 8:25s at 18 after a "reality" check.my reality was that it was brutal. SOOOOO crowded, I spent literally the whole race jumping side to side to get by people- why the entire crowd seemed to be starting in the wrong pace group, I don't know, but it was ... brutal. I knew by the midpoint (1:55) that my legs were fried, but kept with my friends.;I wish I could say the crowds helped- but more than anything, they crowded the race course, which made it even harder to run freely. the absolute highlight was seeing my wife and awake baby at around mile 18- the kid was looking around like, wtf?, and then spotted me and let out a HUGE grin that got me crying me ### off... wasted electrolytes. I had been feeling pretty emotional the entire race, actually- lots of people running for cancer charities, which got me thinking a lot about my dad who passed away suddenly last christmas eve... cried a number of times early in the course. Jeebus- that race kicked my ### inside and out.I let my buddy take off and I gritted out the remaining 8ish miles slowing to a 9:30 for the last 4m. brutal. felt a hair away from cramping in multiple places from around m20 until the finish. kept trying to tell myself the pace was mind over matter at that point, would try and kick it up a bit, and then realize it was cramps over matter- with my mind nowhere in the equation. saw the wife and kid at mile 22ish, but it was a blur and I was already out of it and just surviving until the finish. brutal.Oh... unofficial time 3:53:15.I'll try and add more when I'm not feeling so brutalized.

Congrats man. That's awesome. Quite an accomplishment. :(

 

[Darrinll40]

Hey floppo, the results are up but since I don't know your name I can't tell where you finished.

Results

 

[Righetti]

I'm very impressed with you Floppo.

I found the crowds difficult too but they really helped me get energy especially because I had my own personal cheering section running/subwaying uptown/downtown to meet me at different spots.

I finished my first marathon in 4:19.48. Didn't quite get negative splits BUT was close 2:09 and 2:10, i really pushed it the last 3 miles (just before I got into the park mainly) to get under the 4:20 mark.. Somehow I lost a lot of time between miles 14 and 20 because I was ahed of the 4:20 pace by over a minute for the first part and then fell behind it by a full minute plus by the 2nd half.. had to REALLY push it to get the last 3 miles going but at that point the crowd, my friends and family and my own runner's high couldn't stop me from anything..

I was also really pleased to be flying past others at that point.. couldn't believe how many runners were walking the last few miles in the park, not a knock on them just surprising..

soaked in the tub for 25 minutes, did some stretching but trutfully the wait after the finish before you get onto the street is brutal.. it takes for ever and your legs really tighten up from the standing without room for adequate stretching.

I will be doing another one of these bad boys next year, Floppo has insprired me to try to get to the 4 hour mark

 

[SteveUK]

brutal.short story- ran with 2 tri-friends, one of whom has been training pretty consistently for the race. Decided to shoot for 3:45 starting at 8:45s, moving to 8:35s after 8 and then to 8:25s at 18 after a "reality" check.my reality was that it was brutal. SOOOOO crowded, I spent literally the whole race jumping side to side to get by people- why the entire crowd seemed to be starting in the wrong pace group, I don't know, but it was ... brutal. I knew by the midpoint (1:55) that my legs were fried, but kept with my friends.;I wish I could say the crowds helped- but more than anything, they crowded the race course, which made it even harder to run freely. the absolute highlight was seeing my wife and awake baby at around mile 18- the kid was looking around like, wtf?, and then spotted me and let out a HUGE grin that got me crying me ### off... wasted electrolytes. I had been feeling pretty emotional the entire race, actually- lots of people running for cancer charities, which got me thinking a lot about my dad who passed away suddenly last christmas eve... cried a number of times early in the course. Jeebus- that race kicked my ### inside and out.I let my buddy take off and I gritted out the remaining 8ish miles slowing to a 9:30 for the last 4m. brutal. felt a hair away from cramping in multiple places from around m20 until the finish. kept trying to tell myself the pace was mind over matter at that point, would try and kick it up a bit, and then realize it was cramps over matter- with my mind nowhere in the equation. saw the wife and kid at mile 22ish, but it was a blur and I was already out of it and just surviving until the finish. brutal.Oh... unofficial time 3:53:15.I'll try and add more when I'm not feeling so brutalized.

Great job Flopsy From my experience (1 marathon ) nothing prepares you for the emotion you feel towards the end of a big city marathon. I was bawling as I crossed the line in mine....and I have no idea why

 

[El Floppo]

Great job Flopsy From my experience (1 marathon ) nothing prepares you for the emotion you feel towards the end of a big city marathon. I was bawling as I crossed the line in mine....and I have no idea why

The thing is- I was losing it at like mile 3. The end was pretty unemotional for me. ... just remembered the trigger- a bunch of cancer charity club t-shirts around me, one of them had on the back "for dad"... I just lost right now all over again.I dunno- almost all the longer tris I've done get me pretty emotional as I finish each leg, let alone the race. This one just seemed like work to me- couldn't get the adrenaline push I needed.

 

[El Floppo]

I'm very impressed with you Floppo.I found the crowds difficult too but they really helped me get energy especially because I had my own personal cheering section running/subwaying uptown/downtown to meet me at different spots.I finished my first marathon in 4:19.48. Didn't quite get negative splits BUT was close 2:09 and 2:10, i really pushed it the last 3 miles (just before I got into the park mainly) to get under the 4:20 mark.. Somehow I lost a lot of time between miles 14 and 20 because I was ahed of the 4:20 pace by over a minute for the first part and then fell behind it by a full minute plus by the 2nd half.. had to REALLY push it to get the last 3 miles going but at that point the crowd, my friends and family and my own runner's high couldn't stop me from anything..I was also really pleased to be flying past others at that point.. couldn't believe how many runners were walking the last few miles in the park, not a knock on them just surprising..soaked in the tub for 25 minutes, did some stretching but trutfully the wait after the finish before you get onto the street is brutal.. it takes for ever and your legs really tighten up from the standing without room for adequate stretching.I will be doing another one of these bad boys next year, Floppo has insprired me to try to get to the 4 hour mark

Thanks, gb.Again- amazing work, Righetti. Your diligence in training is a real inspiration to me and picking up those last few miles is a real testament to that hard work you've done... and conversely, the work I didn't do myself.And yeah- that walk after the finish line to get your bag was EL SUCK. I was at truck 37! I think I walked for 20+ minutes just so I could get to my bag and put my sweats on. Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

 

[El Floppo]

Hey floppo, the results are up but since I don't know your name I can't tell where you finished.

Results

Thanks Darrin- that link is where I got my time from (a couple seconds different from my watch).

 

[El Floppo]

let out a HUGE grin that got me crying me ### off... wasted electrolytes. ... cried a number of times early in the course.

Shark move here is to extend out your lip and recirculate the fluids.

Oh... unofficial time 3:53:15.

Wow. After fighting through injuries and whipping that ol' body back into shape ...that's really impressive. The Ironman lives! It deserves some Thanks for openly sharing the memories of your father. That means a lot, gb. Congrats on a wonderful accomplishment.

Thank you so much, gb.Gotta say, I thought of all you guys numerous times on the course, especially when things started getting a little... brutal. This thead, and you guys were a real inspiration for me to keep on pushing. I'm hoping the picks come out- I struck a couple poses for this thread.

After this, I'm not sure if a marathon OR IM is in my cards again for a while... now some more 1/2s- absolutely! Hey... just remembered- I signed up for the NYC Tri next summer. Fun race, outside of having to swim in the Hudson. :X I guess that means I'll have to get back on the bike again (thank god- this running stuff... I dunno).

 

[El Floppo]

I DVR'd the 3 PM marathon show on NBC and I didn't see you at the start. Of course, I have no idea what you look like.

I was wearing a white runner's cap... any help?My wife wasn't too happy ol' head-bobber won the women's race months after giving birth...Has anybody heard any more news about Shay's death?

 

[El Floppo]

the absolute highlight was seeing my wife and awake baby at around mile 18- the kid was looking around like, wtf?, and then spotted me and let out a HUGE grin that got me crying me ### off... wasted electrolytes. I had been feeling pretty emotional the entire race, actually- lots of people running for cancer charities, which got me thinking a lot about my dad who passed away suddenly last christmas eve... cried a number of times early in the course. Jeebus- that race kicked my ### inside and out.

Being a Dad is awesome, so glad to hear you got a "moment" and had the ability to catch eyes with your family. It occured to me reading your post, that at our ages you really can't get the opportunites to draw emotions like this from any other "sport" available (softball, golf and the like). Thanks for the perspective, I am lucky to be a runner.Glad your happy with your time too, I have huge admiration for you marathoners

Thanks 2young

 

[tri-man 47]

I finished my first marathon in 4:19.48. Didn't quite get negative splits BUT was close 2:09 and 2:10, i really pushed it the last 3 miles (just before I got into the park mainly) to get under the 4:20 mark..

Hey, that's amazing consistency throughout the race, and then strong running (and mental toughness) over the last three miles! An impressive day for our marathoners!! :X

 

[gruecd]

Has anybody heard any more news about Shay's death?

They said on the NBC marathon special that his dad said that he had an enlarged heart. But that's all I've heard.

 

[gruecd]

EF, Righetti, way to go guys!!!

Seriously, as a fellow marathoner, I can absolutely appreciate all of the hard work and dedication that goes into every single one of these, and I have the utmost respect for anyone willing to tackle the distance. And you both did a great job! Again, kudos to both of you!

I watched the special on NBC, and it definitely re-affirmed my plans to do NY someday. Won't be next year (Boston in the spring and *MAYBE* Twin Cities in the fall), but maybe I'll enter the lottery in 2009. In the meantime, I think I'm going to run the Little Rock Half Marathon on March 2nd with my friend who lives in Memphis. It will give him a good training goal, and it will be a good "tune-up race" for Boston for me.

 

[Rock Lonemilk]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

 

[El Floppo]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

Well aware- and I never would. Just venting some.

But I doubt I'd ever do NYC again because of it. Are the other big marathons similar in terms of having to dodge and zig-zag straight from the start?

 

[tri-man 47]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

Well aware- and I never would. Just venting some.

But I doubt I'd ever do NYC again because of it. Are the other big marathons similar in terms of having to dodge and zig-zag straight from the start?

And actually, the dodging around probably helped to slow your pace for quite a while ...some forced discipline that allowed you to hold steady!All the big marathons have this, yes. Chicago certainly does. Even Des Moines, with about 4,000 (with 60% splitting off later for the half-marathon) had a rather 'busy' first mile. But again, that's not necessarily a bad thing.

 

[Righetti]

I finished my first marathon in 4:19.48. Didn't quite get negative splits BUT was close 2:09 and 2:10, i really pushed it the last 3 miles (just before I got into the park mainly) to get under the 4:20 mark..

Hey, that's amazing consistency throughout the race, and then strong running (and mental toughness) over the last three miles! An impressive day for our marathoners!!

thanks GB..

Flop, sorry to hear that this might be your last NYC, this will not be my last.

the dodging was annoying but maybe next year when they really ban headphones it will be less difficult.

 

[Norman Einstein]

how is this even possible? wouldn't those be extremely sore?

 

[RoarinSonoran]

how is this even possible? wouldn't those be extremely sore?

Doesn't appear to be a problem for women, apparently due to the support provided by the bras. I guess if we men started running with bras, BodyGlide would go out of business. Great job Floppo and Righetti! Oh, and :finger: and :lunges: to you for running faster than me.

Tho Righetti, they seem to have your time posted wrong. (not sure which is you)

206 	  188 	  55 	 729 	Stefano 	   Righetti 	22M 	ITA 	2:45:506270 	5272 	 469 	2062 	Giovanni 	  Righetti 	53M 	ITA 	3:40:577060 	5898 	2145 	3464 	Pier Luigi 	Righetti 	36M 	ITA 	3:44:32

 

[Righetti]

those "real" righetti's all killed my time

 

[SteveUK]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

Well aware- and I never would. Just venting some.

But I doubt I'd ever do NYC again because of it. Are the other big marathons similar in terms of having to dodge and zig-zag straight from the start?

This is the downside of big city marathons. People are always too optimistic. Best bet is to avoid the big ones if you are looking for a fast time.

 

[El Floppo]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

Well aware- and I never would. Just venting some.

But I doubt I'd ever do NYC again because of it. Are the other big marathons similar in terms of having to dodge and zig-zag straight from the start?

And actually, the dodging around probably helped to slow your pace for quite a while ...some forced discipline that allowed you to hold steady!All the big marathons have this, yes. Chicago certainly does. Even Des Moines, with about 4,000 (with 60% splitting off later for the half-marathon) had a rather 'busy' first mile. But again, that's not necessarily a bad thing.

I've done a bunch of shorter races in the 4-5k range. The first couple miles are tough, and then things open up. This was 26.2 miles of fighting through traffic, only opening up on 1st Ave for a couple of miles, before closing back up around mile 20. I hear you about being forced into a slower pace for the first couple of miles being a good thing- but for the entire race?How was Des Moines in terms of crowding? 4k on a narrow course would still be tough, I'd imagine.

And btw- I'm sore as #### today. Had to take the subway a couple of times, and those stairs hurt

 

[El Floppo]

I finished my first marathon in 4:19.48. Didn't quite get negative splits BUT was close 2:09 and 2:10, i really pushed it the last 3 miles (just before I got into the park mainly) to get under the 4:20 mark..

Hey, that's amazing consistency throughout the race, and then strong running (and mental toughness) over the last three miles! An impressive day for our marathoners!!

thanks GB..

Flop, sorry to hear that this might be your last NYC, this will not be my last.

the dodging was annoying but maybe next year when they really ban headphones it will be less difficult.

lol.Yeah... not looking likely for me to do this one again.

How about you sign up for the NYC Triathlon? You've got until July to get ready... PAH-lenty of time!

 

[El Floppo]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

Well aware- and I never would. Just venting some.

But I doubt I'd ever do NYC again because of it. Are the other big marathons similar in terms of having to dodge and zig-zag straight from the start?

This is the downside of big city marathons. People are always too optimistic. Best bet is to avoid the big ones if you are looking for a fast time.

I can see thinking about one of those smaller ones once I can walk up and down stairs again...

 

[SFBayDuck]

Congrats Floppo, way to represent my adopted home county. Righetti, well done to you as well.

 

[tri-man 47]

How was Des Moines in terms of crowding? 4k on a narrow course would still be tough, I'd imagine.

Des Moines was kind of crowded the first mile, still a bit for the second, but then the 1/2-marathon broke off and it was absolutely fine. But then again, miles 17-18 were along a running/bike path, and miles 19-26 were on a road/paths through parks, so the crowds were almost non-existent. So few fans, and not many runners directly around. That's the different kind of challenge in a smaller race - you're doing it virtually on your own. BTW, recent workouts:Friday - 2 hour bike (took p.m. off of work)Saturday - 90 minutes, dumbells (while watching football game ..Go Blue!)Sunday - 300 push-ups and sit-ups/stretches (again during football)Monday - 40 minute swim this morning (1,600 yards; great variety of drills)I did a blood platelet and plasma donation last week, and found out the LifeSource also now checks cholesterol! Another good reason to donate ...you get a free mini check-up. (My cholesterol of 179 was under the desired 200.)

 

[SteveUK]

I can see thinking about one of those smaller ones once I can walk up and down stairs again...

Don't be a wuss....most marathons don't have stairs

 

[RustyFA]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

Well aware- and I never would. Just venting some.

But I doubt I'd ever do NYC again because of it. Are the other big marathons similar in terms of having to dodge and zig-zag straight from the start?

 

[El Floppo]

Glad you caught the bug- this may have pushed me the opposite way, but I can see doing a smaller race that allows you to go at your own pace a little more. If i ever did NYC again, I'd tell them I was going to do a 3:10, just so I could get past all the people who said they were going to do a 3:30, but ran the entire race at 4:00 pace.

Good job, Floppo, but please remember that what you are threatening to do is exactly what you're pissed about. Don't be that guy.

Well aware- and I never would. Just venting some.

But I doubt I'd ever do NYC again because of it. Are the other big marathons similar in terms of having to dodge and zig-zag straight from the start?

 

[El Floppo]

How was Des Moines in terms of crowding? 4k on a narrow course would still be tough, I'd imagine.

Des Moines was kind of crowded the first mile, still a bit for the second, but then the 1/2-marathon broke off and it was absolutely fine. But then again, miles 17-18 were along a running/bike path, and miles 19-26 were on a road/paths through parks, so the crowds were almost non-existent. So few fans, and not many runners directly around. That's the different kind of challenge in a smaller race - you're doing it virtually on your own. BTW, recent workouts:Friday - 2 hour bike (took p.m. off of work)Saturday - 90 minutes, dumbells (while watching football game ..Go Blue!)Sunday - 300 push-ups and sit-ups/stretches (again during football)Monday - 40 minute swim this morning (1,600 yards; great variety of drills)I did a blood platelet and plasma donation last week, and found out the LifeSource also now checks cholesterol! Another good reason to donate ...you get a free mini check-up. (My cholesterol of 179 was under the desired 200.)

I think I actually prefer that kind of race- although it's always good to have a runner ahead of you to catch up to. The spectators- I can take or leave.Nice job getting back into the tri-sports I've never swum 1,600yds that fast- let alone while doing drills.So what exactly did you stretch 300 times?

 

[El Floppo]

Here's the splits from the race:

Finish time: 3:53:15

10K split: 0:54:13

Half-marathon split: 1:55:10

Overall place: 9404

 

[DolphinsPhan]

Here's the splits from the race:Finish time: 3:53:1510K split: 0:54:13Half-marathon split: 1:55:10Overall place: 9404

 

[tri-man 47]

Here's the splits from the race:10K split: 0:54:13

[gstrot] [gstrot]but next year ...

 

[GStrot]

Here's the splits from the race:10K split: 0:54:13

[gstrot] [gstrot]but next year ...

 

[RoarinSonoran]

~5k last night in 24:51, on that funky school track that I've used in recent weeks. 12 laps Garmined out to 3.2mi, so who knows exactly how far it was. lol

Looking at a Five & Dime for Sunday, so that should be interesting. Then I can get back into preparing for PF Chang's marathon in January.

 

[Righetti]

I've done a bunch of shorter races in the 4-5k range. The first couple miles are tough, and then things open up. This was 26.2 miles of fighting through traffic, only opening up on 1st Ave for a couple of miles, before closing back up around mile 20. I hear you about being forced into a slower pace for the first couple of miles being a good thing- but for the entire race?

How was Des Moines in terms of crowding? 4k on a narrow course would still be tough, I'd imagine.

And btw- I'm sore as #### today. Had to take the subway a couple of times, and those stairs hurt

I'm more sore today than yesterday.. I will have to find a subway with elevator service.. can't believe i'd rather walk UP the stairs today

 

[Righetti]

I finished my first marathon in 4:19.48. Didn't quite get negative splits BUT was close 2:09 and 2:10, i really pushed it the last 3 miles (just before I got into the park mainly) to get under the 4:20 mark..

Hey, that's amazing consistency throughout the race, and then strong running (and mental toughness) over the last three miles! An impressive day for our marathoners!!

thanks GB..

Flop, sorry to hear that this might be your last NYC, this will not be my last.

the dodging was annoying but maybe next year when they really ban headphones it will be less difficult.

lol.Yeah... not looking likely for me to do this one again.

How about you sign up for the NYC Triathlon? You've got until July to get ready... PAH-lenty of time!

I would do that.. The run won't be an issue, the bike should be OK but I might need those little blowup arm bands for the swim

 

[RoarinSonoran]

The run won't be an issue, the bike should be OK but I might need those little blowup arm bands for the swim

Floaties.

 

[tri-man 47]

The run won't be an issue, the bike should be OK but I might need those little blowup arm bands for the swim

Floaties.

You keepin' some around in case the desert floods over?

 

[tri-man 47]

I'm more sore today than yesterday.. I will have to find a subway with elevator service.. can't believe i'd rather walk UP the stairs today

I've heard through the years of marathoners who spend a few days walking backwards down the stairs. Welcome to that club.

 

[2Young2BBald]

In my never-ending quest to be over prepared and sweat the small stuff, I have a question. Anyone ever run a night race and if so, are there any real differences? I’m in for an 8K next Tuesday night, in the dark at 7pm. It is a kickoff event for the Wayne County Lightfest. For the holiday season, they shut down a 6-mile stretch of road that runs though several County parks. Large light displays are spread throughout. Back about 10 years ago, we lived over that way and I recall paying and driving the route. It should be a very cool event, though likely not a very serious. I don’t recall the route being all that well lit, but the light displays should add some light.

 

[mr. furley]

holy #### was it cold out there today

 

[SteveUK]

holy #### was it cold out there today

This is the time of year when us FL residents get to laugh at the rest of the country Just ran 5.8 in a pleasant 55 F.

 

[mr. furley]

currently 36 - feels like 28

there were times when gusts of wind hit me from behind and it actually tipped me forward a bit. threw me off balance.

thought i'd warm up while running but it did not happen. jeebus. my legs were cramping and very cold. not fun.

 

[Darrinll40]

holy #### was it cold out there today

This is the time of year when us FL residents get to laugh at the rest of the country Just ran 5.8 in a pleasant 55 F.

 

[mr. furley]

 

[SteveUK]

holy #### was it cold out there today

This is the time of year when us FL residents get to laugh at the rest of the country Just ran 5.8 in a pleasant 55 F.

Where have I heard this before?

 

[Rock Lonemilk]

holy #### was it cold out there today

This is the time of year when us FL residents get to laugh at the rest of the country Just ran 5.8 in a pleasant 55 F.

Where have I heard this before?

You two are so cute together. Steve, does anybody ever mistake you for Borat?