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Race Time
As I write this I am sitting on the train an hour out of Chicago meaning one thing race day is now here. The last few months of training are comming here to a end for that big race the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Mu training has had its ups and downs but over the last part its been on the up and keeps getting better. The first few weeks of training I questioned myself if I was up for the race the way I felt and workouts were going, but how quickly that can change when just one workout goes good. Since I last posted we had 2 more key workouts to the segment the always dreaded 2x6 and the final big one the 8 mile tempo with 4 faster than race pace. 2x6 was probably the best workout of thd segment for me and really told me I was ready to go when on thd last one I started running the last 3 miles 10secs a mile faster. The better feeling is when you finish up and your coach says they have never seen you fitter before, a nice confident boost. The 8 mile tempo went good but nothing like but the last one but it to told me it was time to roll. Over the last week here I have had just a couple small things to keep the legs feeling good otherwise it was time to save up and rest. Now were under 48hrs to go to the race and everything is done and ready to go. The weather looks good though I would like it to be a little cooler but that's out of my hands. As I rest tomorrow and go over some final thoughts about the race I will think about how far I have come and there is no reason to leave anything on the table here. For those who want to track me I am number 499 and will be wearing a yellow brooks jersey with PowerBar logos on it. When we report back after the race it will be a new PR and time to relax before we go at it again. For everyone else racing Chicago best of luck out there and remember to stay postive. Thanks to PowerBar for all the support here and great products to help us all achieve one goal to be great at what ever we do.Ryan
Michigan, United States
Running, Athletes/Active Lifestyle
Marathon Runner
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