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Road Race in Quincy

September 12, 2010 (Morning)

Exercise Type: Run

Comments:
Ran a road race sponsored by the Quincy police department as a memorial to one of their fallen comrades. I loved having police from all over the Boston area leading us on motorcycles, directing traffic, and basically making us feel really supported. In fact, there was one guys who basically road right with me for 3 miles who I thanked at the end. Started off at a pace that felt a bit quick but gradually settled down. First mile was slower than I expected, however, and each mile after that was 10 seconds slower than the previous one. Still, I felt like I was breathing hard and pushing myself the whole way. I was solidly in 3rd place for the whole race with the guy ahead barely in sight and no one nearing me from behind. Put in a swift final mile at least. Guess I'm a bit worn out from rushing around a cross country course yesterday to cheer on my runners.

5:45
5:50
6:07
6:34
6:30?
6:something

First 5k was about 18:30 and the second was about 19:30. Final time just under 38 minutes. 3rd place