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seemomgo Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 08:19 PM It sounds to me like it was a pretty darn great time - so where do I sign up for this training plan to run a marathon on only 23 miles??? You did great!!! IP: Logged
Ileneforward Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 08:25 PM That is a tough course there in the second half too. You did an awesome job on sketchy training! Now for your backup marathon.......... IP: Logged
littlerockgm Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 08:30 PM To finish, ah, to finish......nice work econo.....especially on such limited base mileage.....walk tomorrow.....smile alot....to finish, ahhhhhhhhh Good running Econo Jim IP: Logged
DaveinAA Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 08:33 PM Tsk tsk on that first half, but congratulations on toughing it out. You didn't mention that you've been struggling with injuries for most of the past year, so this comeback performance is very inspiring. When you add to that base, watch out! When SS signed up to be part of your support crew, did she know you meant literally? Rest well, Dave IP: Logged
Peter NC Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 09:16 PM Econo...great job in and it sounds like you had a blast. I'll remember your marathon as I struggle to finish my first marathon in two more months. ------------------ Me - Saucony Hurricane 8/Asics GT-2100/New Balance766 - FR305 My Log IP: Logged
Fortunate One Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 09:29 PM You didn't blow it. You just learned a good running lesson while having a good time, at least for a while. Marathoning is kind of yin and yang, don't you think? The highs to come will balance the lows you experienced in this one. And the pank faeries are expanding their number--that has to be good. ------------------ Fortunate--a volleyballer with a running problem Profile IP: Logged
JJJessee Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 09:53 PM Ok mabe 23 mpw is not enough. But on race day, you're a good enough and smart enough runner to make it work. Congrats Ms Econo, jjj IP: Logged
FlyingFinn Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 10:15 PM Econo, I'm so glad you did not lie down in a gutter. I'm so glad you got caramels and a SS escort and a pank fairie dance. I'm so glad you came so close to your PR on 23 mpw. Just think what you CAN and WILL do with a bigger base!!! You rock! Rest up now! IP: Logged
Twocat Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 10:31 PM Just one minute off your PR on very light mileage is pretty good. Injuries earlier this year I doubt help with your training schedule. It sounds like you had fun and that is presumably what running a marathon is about. IP: Logged
huskydon Cool Runner	posted Oct-07-2007 11:22 PM You did well for your mileage, for sure. Next time, you will obliterate your current PR. Rest up and take it easy for now. We are all impressed by your fortitude and determination. IP: Logged
roy c Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 04:12 AM Econo, you run a marathon in a great time with great friends and making a great recovery, thats great IP: Logged
smpankowski Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 05:02 AM It sounds like a good time Econo. Thanks for sharing your RR ------------------ Have Fartlek - Will Travel, SteveP My User Profile IP: Logged
evryday Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 07:46 AM I heard it was brutal conditions with the heat and humidity. Good work! ------------------ Remember rule #6 read my running blog My User Profile My running log IP: Logged
lyndenrunner Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 07:49 AM You did Great Econo,you Finished !! Now back to the drawing board... ------------------ Gordon My Profile IP: Logged
Elaine3112 Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 07:59 AM Econo If you can do that time on the training you did then you are going to be one speedy gal on proper training? Well done for toughing it out and recover well. I'll mark your words carefully for when I do my first this coming weekend. Well done Econo, you've done us proud! IP: Logged
tnally Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 08:02 AM Econo, You really rock. On a low base, coming back from being sick a week ago, I think this is a good performance. Not what you wanted, but a good race just the same. Congratulations on toughing this one out to the end. Nice first half. Next time you'll be sub 4:00 for sure. Tom IP: Logged
Tramps Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 08:07 AM Ouch. That's gotta hurt. Isn't it nice to have friends there to pick you up out of the gutter? Quite a performance on such limited training. You've got much faster times in you if you want it. Rest. Walk. Rest. Jog. Rest. IP: Logged
rochrunner Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 08:24 AM Econo, just consider this another training run for your next marathon. To run within a minute of your PR after losing probably several minutes in mile 25 alone means that you're very close to meeting your goals. Just a bit more weekly mileage and you'll be there. Congratulations on gutting it out, as is your style! ------------------ - Runnin' in Rochester Rochrunner IP: Logged
Coastwalker Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 08:29 AM Hi Econo, Based on your weekly mileage, and on being sick recently, you ran an terrific race! Your first half was outstanding but, obviously, a bit too fast for where you are with your training. Put in a few more miles each week, even things out a bit with your first and second half pacing, and you'll have some blazing marathons in your not-too-distant future. Congratulations on doing well, and on having fun! And thanks to your support team for taking such good care of you. Jay IP: Logged
hollys4874 Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 09:40 AM Ruff-n-tuff Econo...... I think you did awesome, all things considered, and sounds like you had a great time in other ways, too. Great job on your finish under tough conditions! ------------------ Holly IP: Logged
Lil Engine Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 10:39 AM Econo Rocks!!! If you came within a minute of your PR, you can hardly call that "blowing it" - even if you'd been healthy, etc. You amaze me my friend! ------------------ Lil Engine (aka Welsh Pony) "I think I can, I think I can" IP: Logged
glidegal Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 11:02 AM Why did you and SS walk right by me on the way back to the hotel? I laid in that gutter all night waiting to be your escort...Seriously, to be one minute off PR considering low weekly mileage, not feeling well at all this week and doing a BUNCH of races in succession....? You performed admirably, as usual. Run Like Hell 5K and Half on 10/21...Prizes for top three M/F in each age group... I know, I play dirty. goetzegal IP: Logged
evanflein Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 11:52 AM I don't think you blew it at all! Any time you can run with friends, spend time with others and finish the race very close to your PR time! Nothing bad there, so rest up, refocus your goals and figure out what's next. Hippo had a good offer there... ------------------ evanflein IP: Logged
John2635 Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 11:53 AM Glad you're recovered well and finished strong Econo, I didn't realize you hadn't been running that much. The sub 2 hour first half probably took a lot out of you, but I'll say you looked awfully hawt in your compression socks when you passed the aid station. Nice seeing you again and hope you're feeling better soon. Now don't forget to tell that certain someone you got his sekrit "present" delivered from me John IP: Logged
WillRunForBeer Cool Runner	posted Oct-08-2007 11:59 AM Well done, Econo, but ouch! that second half must have been painful. You're one tough cookie! Lou IP: Logged

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