I ventured out to New Orleans for the inaugural Mardi Gras Rock & Roll Half Marathon. What an awesome trip. Every time I run a half marathon, I feel like I've added 13.1 years to my life. This one may be #6, but it feels like the first time all over again. I've corrected my errors from my previous three races, and crossed the finish line in 2:19:21. Running is not easy. I surprise myself every time. People ask me all the time what runner's high is all about. The only way I can explain it is to show it:
Nola has become my new favorite city, surpassing Paris, Las Vegas, and Cairo. Aside from bad customer service that I received from the Queen & Crescent Hotel, I have no complaints about New Orleans. I will definitely return. Special thanks to Jud and Joanna Wickersham for their hospitality.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Bay Trail 4M
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Another Dolphin South End Runners ribbon to add to my collection! I followed up my success at The Presidents Day 10k last week with the Oyster Point 4 Mile run this morning. I finished in 37 minutes at a 9:15 pace. After crossing the finish line, I started again! I jogged a mile out to meet Christine & Luis, and we wogged (walk/jogged) back. This bodes well for my confidence as I prepare for my next half marathon in New Orleans next week. Feelin' Good!
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Monday, February 15, 2010
Presidents Day 10K
I was supposed to have run a 5k on Presidents Day, but when I found out there was a 10k as well, I jumped at the chance. Why not? It was at Coyote Point, my old stomping grounds. I'm glad I did, because not only did I get a PR, but I managed to figure out what my problem areas are. As a result, I was able to finish this race in 55:41 at an 8:59 pace. WOO HOO!! Christine Clark did pretty well too!
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Sunday, February 7, 2010
Surf City USA Half Marathon
Cowabunga Dude!! Half Marathon #5 completed. I am one third of the way to my California Dreaming medal! Now I just have to complete the San Francisco and Long Beach marathons. Today was a good day. My official time is 2:23:58. I will continue to work hard to achieve my personal record, but for now, I am basking in the glory of completing my fifth 13.1 miler. Woo Hoo!
The best part about this race? I got to run it with my friends Brian and Suzy. These two ran the 5k, and I have to commend them on a job well done, considering that they pushed a baby stroller the whole way! Props to the Young family, and thank you for being such gracious hosts to Endorphin Dude!
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