05/08/2026
Showed up at this race with big goals.
I decided to carry my phone and wear my earbuds so that I could keep track of my miles splits. The plan was to try for 6:45 miles, and have some time in the bank when I got to the tougher stretch. Up until about 25k I was on track. From 18-20 there were some inclines. The inclines were not anything crazy, but I quickly found myself falling behind on my pace.
Luckily math is hard at 20 miles in, but I knew my margin was closing. Still, right up until the finish, I believed I could do it.
When I crossed the line, I immediately reached over for the railing and doubled over. I left everything out there, and didn’t reach my goal.
But, I know I have more.
It is amazing to believe in yourself. Believe in your training. Believe in your body. Believe there is more.