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What's Next?

September 14, 2011 by Kristy 14 Comments

Since I sorta scratched the Boston itch (sorta since registration is still “up in the air”)…what’s next?  Believe it or not, I’m running a half marathon this Sunday – the Philly Rock n’ Roll Half Marathon (which I will always refer to as the PDR or Philly Distance Run).  I run this race every year.  It was my first real distance race back in 2002 when I trained with TnT.

Just crossed the finish line. I remember thinking I was going to die.

It’s tradition to run it each year, even when it falls 1 week post-marathon.  Obviously I’m not looking for a PR so I’m just running it for fun.  Actually it’s a Team RTLR event!  I trained my friend Sara and her co-workers for the half marathon and we’ll be sporting our Team RTLR shirts.  I cannot wait to race with no pressure and to enjoy myself.

Once October rolls around, I’ll begin training for the Philly Half Marathon in November.  I really want to blow my old PR (1:49) outta the water.  I haven’t trained for a half marathon since 2003 so this should be fun.  I usually do them as tune up races during marathon training.

Also in November, I have a 12K (7.46 miles to be exact).  This should also be interesting….a little longer than a 10K but not quite as long as a 10-miler.

I also want to throw in a 5K.  I hate my 5K PR (23:22 – from this past summer) and I want another chance at it once the weather gets cooler.

Basically, I want to end the year with a few more PRs, specifically the half marathon and 5K.  I also want to give my body a break.  I have been training and running marathons for 2 years non-stop.  A mental and physical break is much needed.  Of course, if I get into Boston, all hopes of recovery and rest are off!

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