(if you look real close you can see Griz's high-five paw print on my leg and a medal in my left hand)I know I win points for modesty, but seriously, it was just cold. Hehe.
I did my 10k on June 13th up in Bear Lake. They also had a marathon and half-marathon, so I was doing the "little" race. The race was 6 miles–longer than any other race I've done. And boy, was it long. It kinda sucks knowing my next races will only get longer and longer. But the good news is, I'm making progress! I felt pretty strong the whole race, but unfortunately, I can't seem to get rid of this side-stitch pain. I end up just having to run through it, and it makes the distance seem a lot longer. If anyone has any advice, I'd loooovve to hear it. I talked to a girl today that said she had the same problem, went to her doctor, and he told her she has asthma. I've never had any issues with breathing before, so I dunno about that. Could living at a higher elevation give it to me? Anyway, the last 2 miles of the race were actually my fastest. I placed 3rd in my age group which was pretty sweet. My time was 57:37 for anyone who cares. It was a beautiful run, and pretty much sprinkled on us the whole time, but that's WAY better than running in the hot sun. A.J. and Grizzly were waiting for me at the finish line...thanks guys :)
My next run is a 15k (9.3 miles) on the 4th of July up Blacksmith Fork Canyon. The farthest I've ran so far is 7.75 miles, so I'm feeling pretty hopeful that yes, I will finish that race. Basically I have 3 things to worry about: 1) My knees/hips breaking 2) Side aches 3) Pooping my pants. People, there is something about an impending race that makes your body try to get rid of everything in your system. The key is making sure is happens BEFORE you run. It stresses me out! Haha.
In Grizzly news, he just turned 8 months and is 60 lbs. Yeah, you heard me right. And he's recently eaten 3 pairs of my sunglasses, my shin guards, and several bars of soap. He's awesome.
15 comments:
so proud of you... so proud!
Good for you. I'm almost inspired to do it too, but not quite.
Wow third place, that is amazing! Someday I want to run in a marathon but it will be awhile:) That stinks about the side aches. I have asthma but when I get asthma it is like a huge weight on my chest that makes it hard to breathe but then again I have never ran and had asthma problems at the same time, so maybe it would cause a pain in my side
Go Hilary! I just ran the half marathon at the Teton Dam marathon. And you placed better than me, I placed 4th! Natcat said you are going to run the top of Utah marathon. Hope to see you there!!! You should wear that medal proudly!!!
whoa whoa whoa, MAYBE the Top of Utah HALF-marathon. :)
It is definitely not uncommon for marathon runners to possibly have an accident. I have heard also that some girls will leak out of their tampons and pads but keep running with nast running down their legs. CUuuuuute. Can't wait!
way to go hil! a medal and everything. you rock!!
You really do rock...ask Ash about the side thing, as I recall she can help you...We are proud of you
You're amazing. You rock. I could never do that. Good job!
Thats Awesome! I have a little trick that always helps me and the side pains; I try to remain in the house not leaving the chair for hours upon hours. Seems simple, but, very effective!
Congrats, and keep it up
Justin N
Nice race! You're becoming a real runner ;) I've never had problems with side aches so I can't give you much advice. I know some people get them when they drink or eat before running. So, maybe avoiding those things may help them go away. I've also heard massaging the area may help some while you're running. Anyway, Good luck with all your races! You're doing awesome!
Thanks for visiting the Airedales in Washington! I wasn't sure which of your blogs to reply to, so tried this. Congrats on the marathons.
Sherry
Alanis & Miro Airedales
I don't think the side stitch pain is asthma. I get it sometimes, too, and it can be so bad that I literally have to stop running. Then sometimes I don't have it. And it seems kind of random. My current theory is that when I do get it, I haven't been drinking enough water. I don't know if that's true, but that's my theory.
awesome job! you rock!
Side pain update:
Push out your belly! Andrea's bro Cameron gave me the great advice to breath and try to expand my belly at the same time. Works wonders.
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