I started too fast in both of the 5Ks I recently ran. I really wanted to start at the correct pace and just run my race.

I may have slightly over hydrated and had to stop for a bathroom pitstop (I didn't include that 32 seconds in my times above - is that a no-no??)

Right after the pitstop, I felt GREAT. I settled into my pace and felt very comfortable. I wanted to average 10 mins/mile (or less). I was able to do that (9 min 45 sec average for the day)!!

Mile 1-4 went well, 5 was a little rough. Mile 6 seemed to last forever. Not to mention that last 0.2 miles is also not to be dismissed.

I dug down for mile 6 and had my best mile of the day (9.09). I was starting to lose steam towards the end of mile six, but then I could see the finish line...Thank you Lord!! I sprinted the last 200 yards and finished strong. I was whipped at the end.

I am now babying myself for the rest of today...



Drink a little less in the last hour before the race. My bladder was not all that happy...

I'd like to build my stamina, so that I could begin my strong finish in mile 5 instead of 6. I'm just not there yet.

It was a good day though, and I got my first 10K out of the way.

Fluids, light walking, stretching


Aerobic performance. My biggest limiter doesn't seem to be strength, rather endurance. Once I start pushing too hard, I can't keep my breathing at a reasonably even rhythmn.

Probably wouldn't hurt to lose about 15 pounds...


I wish they had more drink stations, a few more portopotties on the course, and some XXL shirts for us big guys.

Overall I had a great time, and it was a great event. I was recently told that I should always find the race director and thank them for their efforts. I did that today and it was much appreciated.