Saturday August 6, 2005
A 6:59 mile!!! I never thought I'd see another sub-seven minute mile in my life but I did today in the 9th Annual Legends of Cross Country 5k run at Sunset Park. That was my first mile split. I lost time in the 2nd mile as I was slowed by a single-file pace and unable to pass on the narrow trail but still I was able to finish in 26:14 which was good for 2nd place in my age group.
The home-course advantage helped as I had probably legged more miles over these Sunset Park trails then all the other 100-plus competitors combined. I knew every curve and rodent hole. I couldn't believe the explosive energy I had. I started slow but after the first half mile I started picking off runners left and right and no one passed me the rest of the way.
It was no problem getting up at 4:30 for the 4th running day in a row. This 7:30 run felt like the middle of the day for me. If I didn't have to go in to work at 11:30 I might take a nap but I really don't need one. This month-long non-drinking binge inspired by a couple of racist 19th century explorers is really paying off. Who knew?
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Good race,keep trying for a first place finish,Left the house at 6:30 AM and rode bto Wilson N.Y. adistance of 32miles to spectate a triathlon with many of my friends in it.Ann drove out and met me there just about starting time,Great course,perfect weather.All did well.Steve and I will ride Grand Island tomarrow for 26 more.Bills looked good in scrimmage against GB Fri.Lawsman cool under fire.
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