Started off easy and just focused on breathing and cadence, did not pass too many people just stayed steady. After the first turn got passed by 5-6 people, it was obvious they were doing the 5k. Heading back I felt strong, did not expect to feel this good, I crossed the 5k mark and hit my watch,23:26,a PR for me, I did not expect that especially after Wildflower last week and pretty much doing nothing all week, go figure. I have to admit that I was soo happy that and I almost lost all focus, so I pulled it back in and continued to push on. I reached the first aid station and got a small water bottle, good thing I did not douse myself like everyone else, this is all the gave out the entire race.Needless to say I finished the water at the 3/4 point,it was only 4 oz and it was really starting to get hot. I was not about to walk and my heart rate was going up so I just kept pushing, not really passing but holding steady.We did the last 300 inside the stadium on the track, there was a decent crowd for the track meet with all the pro and olympic contenders, It was clear that they were not for us because it was dead silent, oh well, It looked way cool! I finished under 58, so I added another PR. I realize that these times are not Boston Qualifying, but Its a good feeling to see improvements and today was a good day for me.

Bring own drink.

Grabbed my long awaited water and walked for about 1/2 mile, I did feel kind of sick for about 5 minutes at the finish so I kept walking and stayed clear of people.


Not really bieng in tune with my running, I feel I could have paced better. I hope to improve that with more training.


Great food and entertainment after race, just sorry during race. I met some triathletes during post race, they swim in mornings at my masters. I found out our masters is doing a underwater stroke eval in june for 40.00, Im there!