We Finally Catch a Break!

We have finally caught a break! Despite a severe storm that blew through the East Coast, we managed to miraculously run in between two legs of the storm, encountering nothing more than a few misty moments. We are still in shock!!!!

Our hilly run through Grafton did not quite meet 17 miles, but our 16 mile pacing was encouraging, averaging 8:40's despite a minute bathroom break. The hill profiles are quite similar to the Newton Hill ranges, and having the last two miles with building hills and a final downhill gave the legs a good push to the finish.

Today we both discussed the run and decided to run a good clip- no reason why we could not set our usual goal pace, we thought. I like the idea of planning to succeed and running 'as if' we are already at our goal- it does leave the brain more room to succeed, rather than planning conservatively for crisis management. The last few hills were actually difficult for me, and I was left a bit behind, but I managed to make my way up and almost catch up by the finish.

We are starting to plan for our Team 20 miler, to be held at the start in Hopkinton on March 29th. Any runners who are interested in joining, please let me know, as there is only a 5 dollar charge to cover gatorade and transportation- though you need to fill out a form in advance. We will be bussed to the start from Wellesley Community Center, with parking is available at the DPW below the center.

We are also looking for volunteers to assist at water stations and ferry runners from the finish at Heartbreak Hill back to the community center, along with massage therapists to volunteer services. This run is held along with other charity organizations, and refreshment stations are going to be set up along the course. It is an excellent way to experience the course under supportive conditions.