When I planned this 5K race, I didn’t know about the Tough Mudder Infinity that I’d have to do the day before. But I managed to get a minimum of 15.6 (but really probably 16.1) miles before heading out that morning.
Even after two epsom salt baths the night before, my left knee was still tight. But I was able to get it almost completely stretched out before the race started.
Going into the race, my plan was more of a walk/run. Especially after 8+ hours on course the prior day, I didn’t think I’d have much of anything in the tank. But I was wrong…
After we started, my focus was to run until my legs became tight and then go into walk/run mode for the rest. But that never happened. While it wasn’t break-neck speed, it WAS the first 5K that I’ve been able to complete without having to stop.
I did pass up the aide station as I was concerned about a repeat from Houston 2023. And where I was at with consisentcy, I didn’t want to have the last mile be a ragged run. We were able to finish right before the kids’ race began.
Thanks to John for all his help and guiding for me!
