We only had 9 local runners start at 7am. After the 5th loop (20.5 miles), only me and one other runner went out for loop 6. Sean and I ran together most of the loop and it was clear to me that I would not win. I was fading fast and had MAYBE one more loop in me after this 6th one. Might have pushed it and finished a slow 7th loop, but I was not motivated. And Sean would have simply run an 8th loop! I finished with 24.6 miles, Sean went one more and finished with 28.7 miles. He was the last man standing. At least I forced him to run an ultra!
I'm disappointed that I did not get an ultra out of this event, but it was a good effort considering my training. My last run over 13 miles was the Land Between the Lakes marathon on March 12. The last time I even ran 10 miles was June 11. Basically, I had no recent long runs for this event. And I twisted my ankle about 3 weeks ago which limited my training even more. Fortunately, my ankle held up fine during the race and feels OK today (the day after). I am sore everywhere, but no real pain. Speed kills, slow running heals.
What went well? No stomach issues, no blisters, no chaffing.
- Tailwind sports drink (one 20oz bottle per loop)
- UCAN drink (after loops 1 and 2)
- Pringles chips (a few each loop)
- SaltStick fast chews (one/loop)
- One Honey Stinger stroopwafel
- Two mini Payday bars
- Pacing of about one loop every 50 minutes
- Swap shoes after 2-3 loops
Changes for next time? Low energy and tired after 20 miles.
- Slightly more food/calories (especially UCAN and stroopwafels)
- More long runs in training
My next long ultra-type race isn't until December (Clinton Lake Winter Solstice 30 miler). Next race is Mahomet 5K on August 6. A slow 24.6 miles is probably not the best preparation for a fast 5K. Time to do a little speed work. Not too much...speed kills.
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