We started the run and it was gloriously cool out. We chatted the run away talking and catching up. We were running a pretty conservative pace, but I tend to slow down when yapping, and I didn't want to run her legs off her since her IT bands have been pissy lately. We got to the 4 mile turn around and she was doing great. About 6 miles in she decided she wanted to run 10 with me. Sure, why not? We doubled back to my apartment so I could grab my handheld and a GU. Then she decided, why not do the full 16: her longest run to date! Uh... ok! :) We had to take some stretch-the-IT-bands-breaks, but our pace was super consistent, and even sped up over the last 6 miles!
In all of our running and racing talk, I think someone may have gotten the itch to attempt a marathon! So maybe a San Diego marathon may be in my future as well. But unfortunately my savings account already dictates that 2011 is out of the question. 2012? I'm there. :)
We ended up doing 16 miles in 2:37:59 for a pace of 9:53.
Oddly enough, at 13.1 our time was 2:11:09, which is 1:09 off from the pace I'm supposed to be leading some Mankato half marathoners to in a week and a half. The fact that I ran that close to pace without even looking at my watch makes me much more calm about having to do it for realsies.
Other than the fact that my hips HATED me after stopping for Molly's stretch breaks, my body felt good and I definitely felt strong at the end. Which is extremely surprising since I only had 2 GUs during the run. Maybe we'll try to eat before the next long run. ;)
After the run it was time to shower up quick and head to my alma mater's homecoming game. I met up with Molly and her mom and we showed off our remaining school spirit. Until it started to pour, and then the school spirit was masked by a blanket over our heads. :)
Once our boys had an insane lead at the end of the third quarter, I decided to usher myself home instead something a little warmer than a skirt and light hoodie. Uh... yeah.
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I can't help it, every time you mention your alma mater, I want to comment with a "GOOOOOOO JACKS!" :) (At least you're not a Coyote - I might have to stop reading.)
ReplyDeleteNice job on the 16! Run a few miles for me while I'm recovering!
Nice long run - and a San Diego marathon would be so fun!
ReplyDeleteI am psyched that you may also be running Fargo! My sister ran it in '09 and I spectated and it looks like a great course.
Nice job to you both on the 16! I couldn't have done that with no breakfast. Sounds like you are in excellent shape to pace some other peeps :)
ReplyDeletewow, cool! they did a great job! I will try :P. By the way, I am now using Pilates Stretch Bands for doing exercise. What about you?
ReplyDeleteVery nice 16--especially with rushed fueling!
ReplyDeleteamazing pace for such a long distance ... and you guys are pretty too
ReplyDeleteyou guys don't know how hard it is to be slow and ugly!
-ahem- HAHAHA! You are funny, friend.
ReplyDeleteAwesome long run. Vegas would be so fun! I've wanted to run the Vegas marathon for awhile now. maybe next year?
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for marathon recommendations for my 2011 schedule. Come on over to my blog and let me know your thoughts!
ReplyDeleteNice job on the first long run of marathon training! It's hard to believe Las Vegas is getting so close!
ReplyDeleteAww! This looks like so much fun! That's so great that you got some company for your run! Running alone all the time blowssss!
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