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so apparently the race was actually 9.6 miles (confirmed by multiple garmins). my time is my time, obviously...but if it was really 9.6, that means i was actually running 7 flat pace. FOR ALMOST 10 MILES.
this was absurd. i have never felt so mentally strong during a race - just kept telling myself relax and relax and relax. 2 sub-7 miles in there. this actually might be one of the best races that i've ever run.