so... 2 mile warm up, stretching, then a 10k race.
The warm up went well, I was able to get some real speed going in the second mile, then I had time to stretch and do some flexibility drills before the race started.
We got a little late start... remember I said I was not going to do the judged race because I am still not sure of my racewalking form. Well, I should have thrown caution to the wind and let them judge me. Both judges said my form was looking much better and neither would have dq'd me. Anyhow, it was still a great race. 10k in 1:13:06.54 with an average pace of 11:46. Average hr was 167bpm, max hr achieved was in the neighborhood of 190. I have my max set at 194 right now, that may need to be adjusted a little higher. So, this was 2:35 better than my best for the distance. I'll take it! A new PR!
one thing to add... I was so happy to see a good turnout at the race. There were several youngsters who are being coached by AC Jaime from South Texas Racewalkers... and two of them came in first and second place. It was an awesome thing to watch those youngsters with a love for the sport that is so often misunderstood and made fun of!
Good luck to you! And for some inspiration and motivation, check out this video -- ahamoment.com/pg/moments/view/7216 -- about one man's "aha moment" experienced during a 104 mile race and how it changed his perspective on life. I think you'll enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteAll the best,
jack@ahamoment.com
That's a great time. Well done!! I am guessing that you will now step up into the "race walking" league for future races. It is such a buzz to get past the judges for the first time.
ReplyDeleteWonderful that you have young ones entering. We are trying to get them to join here but peer pressure is a hard thing to get past.
WTG! Hope you continue with your progress and good job on the good form :)
ReplyDeletethanks everyone!
ReplyDeleteMaryann