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Outdoor UAAs

April 26, 2014 (Morning)

Exercise Type: Run

Comments:
I was a total basket case before my race today...so incredibly nervous. This was my first outdoor race at full health this season. I was in the first heat of the 800, and we went through the 400 in 67. Surprisingly it felt super relaxed, so I decided to move up from the back and take the lead going into the third 200. It was so exciting! Also everyone was all over the track cheering and that helped so much!!! Before my race Brooke told me don't bitch out, but I did in the last 200 :( I'm happy with my 2:25.09 (.08 slower than indoor), but it would have been a perfect race if I just pushed a little harder and wanted it more down the home stretch. I ended up 10th (I was seeded 14th). I was also hoping for sub 2:25 because this year I ran 3 seconds faster indoor than last year, so I was hoping that would translate. Oh well. My goal for next year is to make finals (2:19 did that this year). I think if I stay healthy and work on my mental attitude that's a real possibility.
The 4x8 didn't do too well, but it was still fun. It was Abby, Juliana, Brooke, and me. I ran 2:32 and got a pity clap from the WashU coach which made me mad but also was kind of funny. That was my last race ever with Brooke though :(