I knew the 1:22 was a stretch, but I F-ing did it. So psyched. I actually thought I was going to pull off a top 10, but still so happy with my overall. I was borderline emotional.
I started off with a quick 6 min mile for the first and then settled into 6:15 to 6:20s for the first five miles. I almost blew myself up around mile 6, but then settled in. A HUGE blister on my foot split open and it REALLY freaking hurt. I wasn't able to take advantages of the downhills because of the pain. At mile 10, I started doing the math and knew a 1:22 or 1:23 was possible.
I was a little nervous I went to hard, but I still felt pretty strong. The finish was so awesome. Nice crowd and I could see the finish line. I had to kick it in to break the 1:23 mark was able to do so. 1:22:53. Unreal!
This is a huge confidence booster for me. I truly believe I will be able to run sub 1:20 and move to the next level. To say I am estatic is an understatement. I have never felt more that hard work pays off. This is a true example and I will take this with me in all aspects of my life.
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