Thursday, July 8, 2010

At One with my Raptors

Well, that's it... my last big run before White River!

I headed out this morning after a solid 8-hour sleep (drug-assisted!). It was 18C at 7am when I started, and would rise to 27C by the time I was finished. I knew that was too hot for Sammy to be out all day, so I did the first 45 minutes with him and then took him home and grabbed my hydration pack, and headed out for the rest.

The run was awesome! I felt really good throughout, even to the end. The roughest part was around the 22-24 mile stretch, but then I got a second wind at around the 6 hour mark. It was still slow, but well ahead of the cut-off pace that I will need for the race. And I still had energy at the end; in fact, I felt as though I could keep going. At no point did I feel bad, and mentally I was happy and relaxed and strong.

If my race goes as well as today's run, I'm golden!

I did get a little sun-burned, but not too badly because the trails are pretty shaded.

And I finally made the 200-calories per hour goal that I've had all along.

Distance: 50km
Time: 7:31:43
Total Elevation Change: 14,700 feet
Water consumed: about 5L
Calories consumed: 1600

For the very first time, I actually feel ready.

My La Sportiva Raptors, post-run:

7 comments:

  1. Ah...the hay is in the barn. Great run. Nice way to finish your last long run.

    Those are very happy looking Raptors!

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  2. Nicely done... and a great way to break in the shoes. They will love you back just has hard.
    Just and easy 10miles today?

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  3. ha, yeah I'm going to attempt 10 miles today... but if I am really hurting I will shorten it and make up the miles on Sunday!

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  4. Trying again to leave a comment (did a little troubleshooting). It's incredible what a little preparation and a good night's sleep can do for a gal, eh? Woo hoo!

    Glad you feel so strong and energetic. You're going to rock that race. :)

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  5. Yay! It worked. Of course, I can't seem to 'follow' you now but at least I can comment...

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  6. It's showing you as a follower though!

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  7. Oh, well, that's the main thing then! :)

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