Overall, I was very pleased with my first effort at the "ultra" distance. I have been running pretty consistently 6 days a week since a couple weeks after Beach to Battleship, but have not done any speed work and the longest run was 16 miles. I averaged between 40 and 60 miles a week, mostly 8 to 10 milers at planned pace.

My goal for this race was to have it on the calendar to keep my motivation up during the holidays and take it reasonably easy so my ability to get on with Boston training was not prolonged. I maintained a pretty consistent pace of 8 to 8:15 miles with a few quicker ones. My legs were a little tired but I felt pretty strong the entire way. I guess the consistent volume really does work.

Not much, accomplished what I intended but did not think I would place so well at my pace.

After crossing the line I walked for a little bit and then hit the refreshment tent. They did not have a formal awards ceremony so I checked with the timer and he sent me over to the awards tent for a finishers medal and age group medal.


Went as fast as I planned.