Running the Backyard Burn 10 Mile |
So I wasn't expecting much at the Backyard Burn. I hoped to hold a moderate pace, resist the temptation to race and NOT have the wheels come off.
It was a perfect Spring morning for a race. The air was chilly, but with the promise that jackets would soon be discarded. I opted for my snazzy Primal tattoo arm warmers, black Atalanta running skirt, black Zensah calf sleeves and bright yellow Dirty Girl gaiters. If I couldn't be fast, I was going to be colorful.
Happy to be running trails on a perfect day |
EX2 Adventures always puts on a flawless race. Everything was well-marked, thought out, organized AND they have hot pizza at the end.
I kept it somewhat reigned in, but couldn't resist passing on the technical sections. It felt like I was pushing the pace a bit. The second loop was going to hurt. I'd forgotten to bring any gels and would have to rely on the Accelerade at the aid stations for the calories to power me through. I fully expected to bonk.
Somehow, those little cups of Accelerade did the job. I didn't have any kick as I approached the finish, unusual for me, but I chalked it up to lack of calories and leaving nothing in the tank.
I was happy with not puking or suffering too much. I managed to run 10 minute miles. Right now, that feels like success.
Schlumping into the finish |
Great Pictures! Congrats on not puking or suffering too much!
ReplyDeleteWell done, that trail looks wonderful, I'd love to have the chance to run somewhere like that just as spring is arriving.
ReplyDeleteBy the way your arm warmers are amazing, love them!
OMG, I'd love to do 10-minute miles for 10 miles! That is fantastic! Congratulations on another milestone achieved.
ReplyDeleteThat's a GREAT pace for a trail run! Stud!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a nice race and the pictures make it seem beautiful!
ReplyDeletethat IS success! you look like a joyful girl. so glad you had a great day.
ReplyDeleteTotally success! I love those races, I hope to join you in some during the fall!
ReplyDeleteSo HAPPY for you, Kir! I know you have waited patiently for this time to come---when you can run healthy and strong--and that you do not take it for granted. Awesome!!
ReplyDelete10 minute miles on trails? Sweet!!!
ReplyDeleteThat also LOOKS like success! You radiate outdoorsy health and strength in those photos ... like an ad for trail running! Love them, and love that you had such a great race.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! Best way I can think of to usher in Spring :) Great time and great times. Live the pics and I'm with the rest on those arm warmers!
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