Half

Well, I did it!

A few Saturdays ago, I "ran" a half marathon. The St. George Half Marathon. More correctly, I completed the half marathon. That is 13.1 miles thank you. 

It was great. Actually it was great to finish and the first 7 miles were great! I ended up walking some towards the end but finished that thing running. My knee was giving me trouble past the half way mark. 

Talia and Wes were awesome and came down to the finish line to see me there, it was cold but they had bundled up their two boys and Naomi to see my big finish. I was a cold, tired girl when I made it to the end, but the important thing is that I made it! Tal and Wes are so awesome, they took care of, and played with, and fed Naomi all that day while I ran and then recovered (hot bath) and even took a nap. Thanks guys!

A few things to consider before my next half. And I am planning on doing more.

First, maybe I should stick to the warmer weather runs. I like it hot. And I swear I am partially cold-blooded.

Second. I needed to be a little more prepared. I was a little under-trained. But it was ok in the end.

Third. Don't eat Gu, protein bars, etc. They are gross and kind of made me feel sick on the run. I think I'll pack snacks I like. Maybe my favorite peanut butter-chocolate chip granola bars. Something appetizing. And maybe carry a Gatorade flavor I like. Lemon/Lime is yuck.

That's all I think of. I had a good run, I love my NikeFit shirt and capri's they are so comfortable. The shirt is for cold weather, but I was chilly still. My shoes were awesome, new Asics from my in-laws for Christmas. Big thanks for those. I really do love them.

Now I'm taking a little break for a week or so, then back to the gym until this snow melts away! 

I think I want to do some shorter races, maybe the Ogden Marathon 5K in May. But my next big run will be the Top of Utah half in August. And I'm recruiting running buddies. I'm not very fast though. Let me know if you want to run with me, or run the races too.