LisaB's WPS Half report

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LisaB's WPS Half report

Postby LisaB » Sun May 02, 2010 1:07 pm

I enjoyed this half marathon - it was my first time running it. Which makes it enjoyable as it's all new scenery but kinda' leaves me unsure of exactly where I'm going(although I just follow the crowd) and a "feeling" of how much further there is to go.

Lots of puddles to dodge (or splash through in some cases :? ) and a nice conversation here and there along the course. During the first 5km there was a gal running close that kept talking... I kept thinking she was saying something to me but she wasn't... not sure if she was repeating a mantra or singing with her music...??? lol Made me speed up to lose her lol

Oddly I find I do a lot of math when I run :shifty: or at least when I don't listen to music, which I chose not to turn on my ipod today. Guess it keeps my brain entertained ??

Around 18km my HR jumped up and I got a bit of a stitch but nothing walking a couple of times can't fix :) My toes are not very happy with me but overall I feel good!

I'm very happy with my time 2:01:08 (which is a PB for me by 9:52!) :dance:

So nice to connect with some Maniacs and share a gorgeous rainy day and breakfast after!

Congrats to all the racers!

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Re: LisaB's WPS Half report

Postby Mouse » Sun May 02, 2010 1:23 pm

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Way to go darling. Great job, hugh PB. Not the best weather , but you over came. Sounds like you enjoyed the race. and as I proved yesterday that is when the PB's do come. When we sometimes set them as our goal, and don't achieve them we are disappointed. No disappoint for you. I can just see your beaming smile right now. Congrats ,and you betya I'm very excited and proud for you!!!!!!
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Postby deerdree » Sun May 02, 2010 1:26 pm

wow, nice PB!!!
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Postby Kristen » Sun May 02, 2010 1:32 pm

A huge PB for you in the rain. Maybe we need to arrange for more rain and puddles for your next race? :lol:

Way to go out there today!!! :dance:

Great to see you and your family today. I do believe you've got a marathoner in the making there. :wink:
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Postby Spirit Unleashed » Sun May 02, 2010 1:39 pm

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Postby eme » Sun May 02, 2010 1:49 pm

Congrats on the HUGE PB!

Nice to meet you today :D
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Postby Darth Tater » Sun May 02, 2010 1:50 pm

Way to go Lisa! I know you said you wanted sub 2 (next time) but that's a monster PB nonetheless! Congrats on a great run!
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Postby Jo-Jo » Sun May 02, 2010 1:56 pm

Monster PB...and done while dodging puddles :D :D

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Postby purdy65 » Sun May 02, 2010 1:57 pm

Lisa!

Great PB and even those challenging conditions!

Awesome

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Postby KBO » Sun May 02, 2010 2:24 pm

You absolutely kicked your PB in it's arse today. Woo hoo! Do not frown about missing the sub 2 hour mark. Next time....you have it in you.

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Postby Sir Crashalot » Sun May 02, 2010 4:43 pm

LisaB wrote:I'm very happy with my time 2:01:08 (which is a PB for me by 9:52!) :dance:

9:52 pb!!! Wow!
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Postby Jwolf » Sun May 02, 2010 4:52 pm

Awesome report, and great time, Lisa! Sounds like a great race.
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Postby Hammie » Sun May 02, 2010 5:49 pm

Great report and great result!
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Postby IronColl » Sun May 02, 2010 6:45 pm

Congratulations on a massive PB!
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Re: LisaB's WPS Half report

Postby mas_runner » Sun May 02, 2010 6:51 pm

Great race, congrats on the PB, you are one speedy lady!
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Postby daddy_runner » Sun May 02, 2010 7:13 pm

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Postby RA. » Sun May 02, 2010 7:23 pm

Wow! That's a big jump in the PB! Congrats!
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Postby b_squared » Mon May 03, 2010 5:51 am

Another PB in Winnipeg. Way to go LisaB!
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Postby Robinandamelia » Mon May 03, 2010 8:06 am

Congrats on your PB!
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Postby Habs4ever » Mon May 03, 2010 9:04 am

Excellent PB, Lisa. Great job. :wink:
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Postby NewFinnLoper » Mon May 03, 2010 9:18 am

Way to SMASH it!!!

Sorry I missed seeing you yesterday :(
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Postby ratherBrunning » Mon May 03, 2010 11:14 am

Yowza--huge PB!! Congratulations, Lisa!
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Postby clocker » Mon May 03, 2010 1:32 pm

Smashing your previous PB! Nice work and every so close to that attractive 2:00 mark!
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Postby Kristen » Wed May 05, 2010 3:55 pm

LisaB at the finish! :D

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Postby LisaB » Wed May 05, 2010 5:17 pm

Ugh! Certainly not one I'd buy! plus I'm not main focus of the pic lol Thanks Kristen ;)
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WPS Half Marathon - done
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