This past Sunday I trekked out to Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA. It was in the 30s and still felt pretty cold. It was also the day of daylight savings, so I was extra tired from not getting as much sleep as I could. Regardless, with my Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon coming up this weekend, I needed to get out and run.
This race was put on by the DC Road Runners, and like usual, was very well organized. These races are “low-key”, so they are free for members of the club and only $5 for non-members. There is no shirt and no medal, but you do get a full race, complete with water stops and an official time. Not bad for the price!
The 10k was 5 laps around the path street of Fort Hunt Park. We hit the water stop on each round, so I didn’t have to worry about carrying anything with me. It was a bit icy in spots, so I needed to be careful of my step, but I didn’t fall (yay me!). I didn’t really warm up until lap 3-4, but then I was able to shed my jacket for the last lap.
I was hurting pretty bad during this race. Because of all the snow, ice, cold, and laziness, it had been a few weeks since I ran. And I definitely felt it (and still do – I am so sore, you would have thought I ran a marathon!). My legs felt like lead and it took a lot out of me to keep going. I did stick to my intervals (run 2/walk 1), though, which made me a bit proud, even if I was slow.
My final time was 1:13:38. I was second to last to finish. I guess that’s what I get for not getting out there more! Oh well.
I just cannot believe how tough you Northern runners are, getting out there and running in the SNOW!!! Awesome job! Thanks for linking up with us today!
great job! it was icy at points out there – i saw you racing and when you finished -you looked strong!
Well done – and great job on getting out there. I was volunteering by the cone – so I remember when you ran by (you were the Nuun girl 🙂 )
Sometimes I really like a small local race. I have to remember this one for next year. Good job navigating that ice.
I can’t imagine running a race in the treacherous weather we’ve had lately…kudos to you! You still did a great job no matter your place/pace. #wowlinkup
Good for you for getting out and running even though the conditions weren’t great!
Kudos for getting out there and following through with your plan! I think 5 laps around anything sounds mentally challenging 🙂
I enjoy 10Ks a lot and basically that is probably the MAX I would ever run for any race. Haven’t tried to run a half marathon yet. Question though – do you have an issue with a race that has you repeating the same path throughout the race or do you like races that have one path that doesn’t repeat? #wowlinkup
You finished that’s all that matters. I have to give you credit because most people wouldn’t run in weather like that, they would turn over and go back to bed LOL. #wowlinkup
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