I realized I should have used the bathroom before the start about 1km in, so I was a little uncomfortable for the race. I stared off well and strong and it only took me 1-2km to get into a grove.

Its a small community race so it was very easy to navigate around all of the people.

The run out was quite good, I was planning on running alongside Amanda, but she was much stronger than me today. I hadn't had the best night's sleep, and wasn't feeling 100%, but all in all was pretty good.

I got to the turn around and had a good 2km and then was struggling from about 3km to go until 1km to go. I was able to sprint out the finish, so maybe I didn't quite push myself hard enough.

I'm happy with the race, I didn't really prepare for it in any special way, so it was OK.

Really If I think about it, I've never cracked a 5min km pace before, and I am getting closer and closer.

Plan my breakfast
Wear different shorts
not drink too much,
get a full night's sleep.

ATE PANCAKES!


My full bladder
My shorts chaffing
My sleepyness


Great race series put on by this group. Simple and effective, quick results postings and well organised. Really low key and accurate distances. I would recommended one of these races for someone who is looking to do their first organised running race.

Low key and minimal weaving in and out of people.

Also, pancakes when you're done!

Not to mention it's only $15-30 entrance fee.