I’m very pleased with the execution of the day. I feel that I followed the plan for the day with discipline and control. As planned, I performed Aerobic intervals throughout the half-marathon in order to continue building up my Aerobic Threshold and train my body to recover during the walk breaks and to primarily rely on fat for fuel. Although this was not intended to be a ‘race’ it was somewhat difficult to stop every 9 minutes for a walk break; just not my nature or style. However, this protocol was very effective. I think it's going to work! Let’s break down the day.
On about 6.5 hours of sleep…wake around 5:00, out the door by 7:00 and early arrival onsite reduced stress and anxiety. Stow
Race Conditions:
Approximately mid-30s with wind chills in the mid-20s. Wind sustained at 20-30 mph. Perfect sun and good start on-time.
Equipment:
Short sleeve compression with long sleeve and wind-breaker
Tights, beanie and gloves
Somewhat over-dressed. Beanie came on and off from mile 2 on. Gloves off at mile 2 and wind-breaker zipped open and shut throughout.
Warm-up:
Short run ~3:00 with some drills (high knees, butt kicks, cross-overs, etc) – Should’ve been a bit longer
Fueling:
Pre: Egg and cheese on toast (~6:00)
Heed infused G2 (2 bottles sipped until ~9:00)
Race: 1 Roctane at 1:00:00
Water at each station
Post: Coconut water and water immediately
Chicken noodle soup, bagel half, pb crackers and Recoverite 20-30 minutes after
Post-Race:
Stretch while waiting for the others. Legs up after about 30 minutes for 10 minutes. Stretch again and roll trouble spots.
Official Results:
1:43:24 – 594/3323 (82%) overall, 141/401 in category M30-39 (64.8%), Weight approximately 187 lbs.
Injury Status:
Both calves and right knee (ITb) a little rough. Back, hip, etc, all else no issues. Rolled and massages the IT band.
Race Data:
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