Notes
Well, that was interesting... Warmed up WAY too early. This race went off at least an hour after I projected. Fun.
So, when they called the heat, there were too many for one heat. So, they asked who would run <2:20 -- wasn't going to raise my hand for that (even though I hoped). They adjusted to 2:25 and I reluctantly raised my hand. 6th man in the first heat -- oh boy.
Shut up and run!!!
I got out fairly aggressively, but was still 2nd to last after 100 meters. One guy right behind me and one right in front. At least I have people to work with. Came through the first 200 in around 34 and fractions. Perfect.
Second lap, I get passed and am now in last. That's OK, I am just trying to latch onto those in front of me. Hit the 1/4 in 1:09. I think that is about right. Trying to shut my brain off, but not sure I was too successful.
Lap three, I tried to move up on the shoulder of 5th place. Hit the lap right around 1:45 -- right on pace for 2:20 if I can close in 35.
As we go around the turn, I try to make a move on 5th -- nope, he holds me off and the walls close in. I try to find another gear, but it feels like I am in neutral. Don't think, just keep turning them over.
Final time as listed above. Fairly pleased with this, but I think with experience I have a few more seconds in me...