First Virtual Half-Marathon Race

Last Saturday I ran my first virtual race.  I chose the 3 mile loop of the Fox River Trail between Batavia and Geneva because that has always been one of my favorite places to run (this is the old Batavia Triathlon run course).  I set up an aid station in a little park with Gatorade and gel on wall so I could just run by and grab some.  It was actually fun and I have a very fast time.  I never even came up with a goal time. I just ran the first mile at what felt like a fast, but comfortable pave (with my Nike Zoom-Fly4% shoes). I went through the first mile in around 6:20 something. That felt good so I just told myself to hold that pace. Also, I made up a play list on Spotify and that really helped.
I ran a 1:24:26 (according to my GPS) for the half marathon race!  My best time in 5 or 6 years for that distance!

Run with Lance, Saturday 4/11

Lance and I ran 4 miles yesterday on the loop along the Fox river between Batavia and Geneva. This is one of my favorite routes. Sunny and 60 degrees.
It was a great day!

Coronavirus

This S-U-C-K-S! I feel trapped in my own house. The only thing that is any relief is getting out for a bike ride or run.  Thank God they haven't banned running. 

Planning to do my first virtual race this coming weekend: The Tower Social Distancing Championship. We will see how tricky it can be to organize your own personal race and how inspiring it is (or isn't). Planning a half marathon on Saturday 4/18.