Another Half

On Sunday, I'll be running my second half marathon. It seems like just yesterday I was completing my first.

Now, we're just a few short weeks away from my full marathon (gulp).

My first Half wasn't exactly the greatest experience, but, I have high hopes for this one.

I'm pretty certain I can PR, even if just by a few seconds (but, I'd like to shave minutes off my time). The course I ran last time was mostly flat (bonus), but, really mentally challenging. This one is hilly, but, pretty basic in that it's a loop for the most part--so, it shouldn't be too emotionally hard on me. Plus, I know the course pretty well--I run it a lot with my running group (bonus). And, there are pace groups. I'm debating which one I want to plant myself with--or, how hard I want to push it. I think I want to push it hard. We'll see. If I start out in between the two (which, I hope will work) I can then adjust my pace as needed per how I feel, etc.

I've been battling a bum IT band this week, so, I haven't gotten the miles I need, but, I know I can do this. I love going out there, giving it all I've got and running.

This isn't the time to play catch up with a friend, no, no, this is my time to run. To prove to myself I can do it. And get psyched for November 22 and 26.2 miles.

Whoot!

Now, I just need to pick out my race day clothing, and we're good to go.

Happy Halloween!

I'll be runnin' off the candy!