RACE DAY
Had to wake up at 4 am cause the race started at 6 and I wanted to be ready to go. It was pretty hot. Like 75 most of the race, but a good overcast. Warmed up about a mile with several strides and dynamics. Got to the line and there were about 300 to 350 people in the race. It didn't look too competitive. I thought it was possible I could take the win on this one. The race was off. From the start it was me and this other guy. Who looked pretty competitive. First mile 5:53. A little fast but nothing crazy. 2 mile 11:54. Keeping the pace steady. Mile 3 came in about 17:51. Still ahead of goal pace but nothing crazy. I led for about 4 miles then my legs really started to cramp up on me. I've been quite dehydrated lately and I should have prepared for it better but oh well the past is the past. The guy started to get a bigger lead on me and I knew I probably wouldn't catch him. So I just tried to set it on cruise from there some races just aren't as good as others. It was hot, my shoe lace came untied, thoughts things happen its part of the process. Sverage pace was 6:21. Just never give up!!!! #CherokeeNation#TooBlessedToBeStressed
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