Notes
Race to benefit Guide Dogs of America. Ran a 22:54. Actually won my age group (45-49). I can't remember ever winning my age group. There were only five in my age group, but I'll take it. Finished 7th overall (not sure how many overall finishers yet).
I'm a bit embarrassed to win my age group with that time, but I am happy about a couple of things. First, I've done nothing but Zone 2 runs (10:20-ish pace) the last three weeks, with absolutely NO fast running. I guess this shows that slow base-building can increase fitness enough to still run a reasonable pace. Second, this course was hillier than the 5k I ran in Arlington three weeks ago, yet I ran almost 30 seconds faster (note: I have lost 6 lbs. since that race, so that helped, too). Third, I managed to run negative splits yet again (7:44, 7:27, 7:13, 6:10 pace for last .1). I was still hurting more than I wanted to, but for an old guy held together with duct tape and paperclips that can barely train, I'm not at all disappointed. Next up, Berry Dairy Days (with Natalie, next Saturday), then Run of the Mill 5k on July 7th.