The race started in downtown Houston and ran down Memorial Drive and then back into town. The rain didn't bother me too much except that there were a couple of slippery spots, but the wind did. My finish time was 52:02. That's the slowest of the three 10K's I've run, but did I mention the wind?! (In the top photo, I'm left of center in a gray shirt and black shorts. In the next photo, I'm in the center.)
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| Halfway Through the 10K |
Running a 10K race is a fun way to get some speedwork in! I'm looking forward to another week of running lots of miles starting on Monday. Have a great week!
10k is a great distance for a workout, you are so right!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a great workout/race with some bad weather. Enjoy the rest day :)
The ice cold smoothie sounds good although I am not sure it was the weather for it. Good job in the race with the wind and the elements.
ReplyDeleteWow! That is your slowest time? That is super speedy! Boo to the wind. It's been really windy here too. It's kind of making me bonkers!
ReplyDeleteI think I detest harsh winds the most - no fun when you want to go fast. Hey - we made the oatmeal energy bars and they were delicious! We were out of honey so substituted agave - came out just fine. Thanks for sharing the recipe! :-)
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked the bars, too! Here's my post about them, if anyone else is interested: http://gottarunnow.blogspot.com/2012/03/finished-20-miles.html
DeleteLook like a vicious day!! Your time is my goal for this May!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos, even in the rain!
ReplyDeleteI hear you on the wind - it messed with my pacing plan for a 15k last month... 20mph headwinds are no joke!
But good for you for getting out there anyway!
Great job in tough conditions! I actually like running in the rain--much better than the heat you'll soon be dealing with, right?
ReplyDeleteGreat job even in the rain!
ReplyDeleteThat's a great result with strong winds. Congratulations! I don't mind running in the rain, but the wind is rough.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are having fun enjoying some of the local races, I hope to be doing more of that this fall! It seems like the rain has been non-stop for 2 weeks. Personally I've had enough of rain soaked runs for a while. I keep telling myself it will make me ready for that next rainy race day! Are you looking at running any particular marathon anytime soon?
ReplyDeleteNo marathons on the calendar yet. Hope you have the chance to run some fun races this fall.
DeleteWell done, that was a great time given the conditions. After our race on Saturday they dished out hot jacket potatoes with a variety of fillings followed by cupcakes and Battenburg cake. Delicious!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat with the wind and all,that's an awesome time! Nice going.
ReplyDeleteBarbara
My Running Shortz
Another great race for you, Tina! Congrats!
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