Even some of the runners I had talked to thought I was crazy for choosing this as my first Half Mary, but I love a challenge and I'm so glad I did it. It was really rough at times, but crossing that finish line made it all worthwhile and what a great journey its been getting to this point! My DH ran it and it was his first Half as well. He finished in 2 hours 11 minutes and was sweet enough to run back to our car and grab the camera to get a picture of me crossing the finish line. I am so proud of both of us!

I might see a sport's medicine doctor to see what I can do about my tight achilles. I've had trouble with this off and on for some time and with my left foot going numb, think it would be a good idea to get it checked out. I'd also try to pace myself better, so I could push more in those last couple miles.

Walked around the parking area a little, did a little stretching. Then went to car and put some dry clothes on to stay warm.


Had some achilles pain early on and my left foot was going numb, so had to walk twice for about a minute. Hills were pretty rough, and the county road was snowpacked and icey.


This is a pretty bare bones race, but for only a $10 entry fee can't complain. There were drink stations at mile 6 and 10 with gatorade and water. A free can of juice after the race was the only post race activities. Race shirt was a really cool design with course map on the back, but they put it on baby pink long sleeve shirt. My DH wasn't too thrilled with color, but did still pick up his shirt :)