Notes
This was the first race for me, Reno and Susan with our new club - Whirlaway. I went out hard but in control. I felt fine until mile 4 when my gluts tightened up. At that point even though a downhill finish was ahead, I wasn't able to pick it up like I usually would. Not being able to much quality work, I definitely lost some speed. I didn't feel that tired, but I couldn't go any faster. There were some hills and wind which slowed things down, but I don't have any confidence to run any faster until I can get my left leg issues resolved and can start training faster. I was exactly one minute slower than my last 5 miler. Splits: 6:12, 6:12, 6:23, 6:33, 6:26.
Susan and Reno both won their age divisions and were second in the couples division. Reno had a tough day coming off a sickness, but Susan ran great. I'm happy for her as she has been putting in the quality work and it's paying off.