Today I ran 20 miles in 2:44:30, average pace of 8:13.
This is a huge milestone for me. As always these days, it's a personal distance world record (haha, I love celebrating that each time) and it felt incredible.
OK so it obviously did not feel like 100% heaven the entire time, but it really wasn't all that terrible either. Anyway, the feeling of accomplishment has already made me forget about any negative thoughts that may have gone through my mind during the run.
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| Somewhere maybe 3/4 of the way done? Oh yeah, did I mention it was raining for the majority of the run? |
I was in conversation the entire time (except the last two miles when I was alone), which as always made the time fly by. I met a new girl and we kept together for most of it.
I got lost at mile 18 and couldn't find the water station. That almost made me feel like giving up for 30 seconds. Don't ask how I got lost...but to make a long story short, I ended up stopping in a bar to get a cup of water. Place was empty except the bartender at that hour! Should have gotten a beer now that I think back on it.
This route included some gross hills (this is in my book, mind you) in the middle of the run, perhaps around mile 10/11/12/17?
It looks like I picked up the pace a little with the last couple miles, with average paces of 7:40 and 7:36...looks like I was ready to be done at that point! And I was by myself for these last 2 miles after getting lost, so I was really ready to be done. PreTTY miserable.
When I got home, I jumped into my first ice bath and then headed off to brunch with my girlfriends. More about the ice bath later.
Anyone else have any great long (or not-so-long!) runs this weekend?
Ok, I have two questions for you: first of all, what Garmin do you use? I'm thinking of FINALLY getting one and was looking at the 305. Whatcha think?
ReplyDeleteSecondly, does your running group organize water stations and everything for you guys?! That's awesome!!
Congrats on the awesome run!
Great job on your first 20 mile run! You've conquered that one!!
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congrats! what a huge accomplishment. so proud of you! you are going to kill it on the big day. speaking of which, i am going to attempt to run the 8k. PT is paying off a little bit for me :)
ReplyDeleteGreat job! You are going to rock your marathon!!
ReplyDeleteHad a good long run, too! Isn't it the best feeling to be done with a super long run? Congrats! I always celebrate personal world records!
ReplyDeleteDude that is one speedy 20 miler!!! Nice job :)
ReplyDeleteamazing pace! i had a not-so-great run this weekend (humidity killed me) but I got it done..and hey, they all can't be great runs, right?
ReplyDelete20 miles is not easy!!! I haven't trained for a marathon in a few years so I don't even remember what that feels like!
ReplyDeleteI did a nice long bike ride though.....I love long weekend workouts.
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ReplyDeleteCongrats on such an amazing run! I love your green shorts!
Wow, that is an insanely fast 20 mile training run! You are going to destroy your marathon!
ReplyDeleteOh man, I am extremely excited for you! Your first 20 miler and you were quick at it even with the rain and getting lost:) Have a great week lady.
ReplyDeleteGreat pace, especially for a 20-miler! Pretty sweet to have a group and water station support. Congrats on the new world record :)
ReplyDeleteYour first 20 was AWESOME!!! I am amazed every time I stop here by your progress. You are going to rock this marathon!
ReplyDeleteP.S. my lulu shorts I think are the run speed shorts. They are amazing! Okay they are a wee bit short and show off some major upper leg, but they are super comfy and the pockets are awesome. I think they were like $50 a pair which is steep, but worth the investment.
CONGRATS! That's a huge milestone, if you ask me! I'm proud of you. What was the ice bath like? It's amazing that you ran that much, so early in the morning. I'm impressed. Welcome back from Cali!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on 20! Always a great feeling, especially when you finish strong!
ReplyDeleteWow that is an awesome time! Do you go straight through with no breaks or stops? I need to run with you so I can be speedy like that!!
ReplyDeleteYOU did AWESOME!! That is a fabulous pace for your long run. WOW! How fun to train with others--but so sorry you got lost! :( And, it was raining. I guess that prepares you for the race as you never know what you will get!
ReplyDeletespeedy mcspeedster! Nice run girl!!! that is a huge milestone, and you should celebrate every second of it!!! Nice work!
ReplyDeleteOMG lady you are soooo fast. I think when you come pace me at MCM it will be a slow recovery run comparative to what you are doing now. So when you qualify for Boston under this marathon you better come stay up with me. YOu are a complete rock star. I did 18 - PDR. It was hard but I am still standing, although sore - hip and hammy - any good stretching suggestions?
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