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Race report: Whidbey Island Half Marathon (my first!) (Read 233 times)

smalcolm view log posted: 4/16/2007 at 2:02 PM Well I finished and survived my first half marathon. It was yesterday on Whidbey Island, WA. The weather was FANTASTIC and the route was very scenic. I definitely ran it at a faster pace than I usually run...which probably explains my soreness today. The course was fairly hilly, but mostly less daunting rolling hills. I had done some hill training, but not a ton and one of my knees started to give me trouble after some big downhill stretches. I felt great during most of the run even at the faster pace. Generally on my long runs I had been running right 8:30-9:00min miles, but the adrenaline and crowds got me to push myself during the race. I am not certain of my exact finish time since I haven't seen the results yet, but my iPod said 1:44 or so. I am extremely pleased with my results and had a great time. I am definitely sore sore sore today...is that normal? I would definitely recommend this race for anyone that wants a scenic, low key race. Another highlight wasDean Karnazes guest appearance at the Expo, he's such an amazing guy. ~Sara Goals: 1st marathon (under 4:00:00) | 1-2 HMs (under 1:50:00) | 10k (under 46:00) | 5k (under 23:00) | stay injury-free | keep running BMO Vancouver BC Marathon 05/04/2008 3:51:43!!

HurricaneShaunna view log not running in January posted: 4/16/2007 at 2:34 PM congrats!! great finishing time!! Shaunna Working my way down from 167 lbs to 147 pounds. Currently 165.5 lbs. I've got my work cut out for me!

Bonkin view log Reboot posted: 4/16/2007 at 3:08 PM Congrats! Your monkey gives me the creeps. - andahuff

jlynnbob view log ...for Bernie posted: 4/16/2007 at 3:08 PM Congrats! The soreness will fade, the memories will not! Whidbey Island! WOW! I have a friend that lives there and I dream about going to visit someday...trails in the parks up there....blblblblblblblblbl Anyway, way to go on the 1:44 something! Lynn B "I was now a baby-burping, farting, too cold, too hot, not hungry-stripped to my core, a simple, frail consciousness." - R Claridge during '08 Leadville 100

modal view log Bloody Nipple posted: 4/17/2007 at 6:28 PM modified: 4/17/2007 at 6:31 PM Way to go! I partook in my first HM on Saturday. What on you is sore? For me after the race, my knees ached and the area right below the calves. The days since the race, the outside of my left knee has been very tender and the outer part of my right foot hurts when I put my body weight on it. If I ever do another HM, I probably will wear a different pair of shoes. I wore Brooks Beast motion control shoes, which are too hard/stiff for long runs. Dean K. is crazy.... 50 marathons in 50 states over 50 consecutive days! Congrats Modal March 7 & 8, 2009 - Join the RunningAHEAD.com Texas Independence Relay Team [VIDEO] *online cashback tool* 2009 Goals 1. Get out the Door 2. Run ~100 miles a month or at least a 1000 miles for the year 3. Run a Marathon < 4:30 4. Run a Half < 1:54 (Benbrook, Texas Half Marathon)

smalcolm view log posted: 4/17/2007 at 7:11 PM My right knee is sore just outside the knee cap...too much downhill running. That is the only no-good pain I am having. Otherwise my legs are just a bit sore in general. I just wasn't expecting soreness, but I guess you just push yourself a little harder in the actual races. Congrats to you on your first HM too modal! ~Sara Goals: 1st marathon (under 4:00:00) | 1-2 HMs (under 1:50:00) | 10k (under 46:00) | 5k (under 23:00) | stay injury-free | keep running BMO Vancouver BC Marathon 05/04/2008 3:51:43!!

zoom-zoom view log Registered for #2 posted: 4/17/2007 at 7:39 PM I love HMs. I haven't done a lot of racing, but that's definitely a length that I love and I am planning on 2 this year. Good work, you guys! k Kirsten '07: 1324.5 mi '08: 1561 mi ... • Ladies Locker Room • .: 2009 Goals :. • Run 1750 miles • 2 marathons (May - Bayshore, Fall - ?) • PRs: 5k ~ 15k ~ 25k? ~ HM ~ 26.2 • 1st trail relay (North Country)

Lifesabeach view log posted: 4/18/2007 at 12:30 AM congrats! fantastic time! I have friends who lived on the Island and heard good things about that race.

funr runr view log posted: 4/18/2007 at 2:38 AM Sounds like you had a great experience and a lot of fun! I'm moving to Vancouver in June and I really want to run on Whidbey as soon as possible - sounds gorgeous. Glad to hear the hills aren't too scary. That was one aspect I was a little bit worried about! Awesome time, awesome memories! 1000 mile club. "Pain is just the weakness leaking out."

jadejewel view log posted: 4/18/2007 at 11:37 AM Congrats! That is an awesome time. I run my first HM May 26th and I am a bit nervous I hope my experience is as positive as yours! Elena

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