I signed up for the race and was originally wait-listed. The magical email stating I could participate showed up in my in-box about a week before race day. Yeah! This would be my second organized race in over a year, first officially timed one. Results on the internet are forever.
Race day was cold and rainy. I dressed for a 40 degree day anticipating the wind and rain to continue because my smart device said so. Well, in the wise words of Andre 3000 and Big Boi, you can plan a pretty picnic, but you can't predict the weather. I shed some of the layers I wore because running with them made me too damn hot. Should have sucked it up and started a little bit cold.
I was able to push myself for the first half of the race before the work of breathing did me in. A flat course helped with me lasting for about a mile and a half before the wheezing and chest tightness started in again. Don't worry - referrals to a pulmonologist and cardiologist were made after this run. I should be able to handle running at a faster pace for a longer duration even in inclement weather. Needless to say, this is a PR for a 5k for me. And a first time placing in my age group. Whoa. What a way to exit the 30 - 39 age group for the more competitive 40 - 49 age group.
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| Wait, first in age group? No. That's possimpible. |
Breakdown of race day:
Entry Fee: $20 or $25. I'm not sure.. either way, not a bad price.
Shoes: Topo Hydroventure 2
Pants: UnderArmour cold gear leggings
Top: Nike Cold Weather hooded top
Dry Layer: Older EMS rain barrier
