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"The joy is in the journey". Last year I peaked in Jan on my 40th bday, and been a rough year since. Time to reset and be ready for a strong 2012.
Scott C. ran: My 7th New York and 1...
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- 26 miles
- 04:44 time
- 10:50 pace
- 5536 calories
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My 7th New York and 11th Overall. 4:44:05 is good for my 2nd fastest NYC, and 3rd fastest overall - EDIT (Actually 4th fastest - forgot about 4:37 at Big Sur)
I had a great race on so many levels. Unfortunately, my finishing time doesn't necessarily show it, 15 mins slower than my goal.
Highlights:
- Getting almost right to the front of wave 3 and starting up the bridge almost in the 'lead pack'
- Perfectly executing my strategy. Purposely held back in the early miles and in the classic 'awesome crowd' spots, hoping it would lead to a strong finish. 2:09:17 in the first half, right in my goal range.
- Seeing Michelle at mile 17 and CW (someone I work) with at mile 18
- Not stopping for a walk break AT ALL on 1st Ave (outside of water stops), a first for me. Not only that, but I also ran the entire way through the Willis Ave Bridge. Even running half of it would be a first for me
- Running the full last mile - from 25.2 to 26.2
Lowlights:
- I could tell in miles 19-21 that 4:30 was probably not going to happen. Even though I was ahead of schedule and wasn't walking, my times were gradually slowing too much. Would have to turn it up to meet goal
- Just past mile 21, started cramping in my quad. Well not quite quad, maybe more like just above the knee? Anyway, stopped to stretch several times, and had to do a lot of walking.
In all, had much fun, as always. Finishing, and pushing through the adversity, is such an accomplishment., and I'm proud I was able to do it. I know others out there had a worse time. Saw a 4:15 pacer having a tough go in the last miles, way behind schedule.
Future plans - my next marathon will be Rhode Races, in Povidence Rhode Island on May 2. I'm thinking of running Chicago next fall, as the race falls on 10/10/10 - I think that would be so cool.
In the meantime, I've got to get some speed back and will focus on shorter, faster runs through the winter, and sub 2 hour half marathons in Manhattan and Bronx.
Thanks so much for all your support here, and congrats to the many of you that ran today. You guys are awesome!
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Great job! You did awesome.
over 2 years ago
Amazing.. don't be too hard on yourself for not making 4:30.. Finishing a marathon is a great accomplishment, and you did it.. I plan to do the Manhattan and Bronx half next year too.. Looking forward in seeing you there.. Amazing job Scott. We are all proud of u for doing it.
over 2 years ago • Like
Congrats to a great race, Scott and your highlights outweighed the lowlights! Great time and you finished strong despite the cramps. You should be very proud!
over 2 years ago • Like
First off congrats! Your 7th and 2nd fastest NY! Wow. Glad to hear overall it was an enjoyable race for you :)
over 2 years ago • Like
Congrats. Running a marathon is a great accomplishment no matter the time and you weren't that far off your goal.
over 2 years ago • Like
Scott first, you looked incredible at mile 17 like you were running a 5k. All smiles!! It was so great to see you with that smile on your face. Second congrats on a great run marathon!! As Anh said, the highlights so outweigh the lowlights!!! You pushed through the pain and made us all proud. Good luck on your goals for 2010. You inspired me. I've got some goals up my sleeve too!!! :O)
over 2 years ago • Like
Hat off to you for getting the job done. You never cease to amaze me dude. Congratulations !!! Now get over to Little Silver for some recovery run with me.
over 2 years ago • Like
congratulations!!!!!
over 2 years ago • Like
Congrats Scott- finishing is an amazing accomplishment!
over 2 years ago • Like
Congrats on completing your 11th overall, great job.
over 2 years ago • Like
Awesome race! Congratulations, and I must say that I did not have a smile on my face at mile 17. Rest up and looking forward to following your training as we enter another running & triathlon season next year.
over 2 years ago • Like
Scott, great job today. Wow those final miles are tough, i know exactly what you are taking about. You are right, many people had a tough go at it today, not an easy course. You kept at it and finished strong. Nice work - and nice plans!
over 2 years ago • Like
Congratulations Scott! Must have been amazing starting at the front of the pack of the third wave.
over 2 years ago • Like
Congrats on an awesome race. Sounds like you put some good perspective about your time...but who cares..it's still a great time! It must have been cool to be in the front of the pack....That verazzano bridge was scary for me... :)
over 2 years ago • Like
Great Job!
over 2 years ago • Like
Congratulations, Scott! Great run yesterday.
over 2 years ago • Like
Many congrats Scott! Well done, and great finish time. I'll be doing the 2010 NYC Half too. =)
over 2 years ago • Like
Super WOW on NYC Marathon!
over 2 years ago
Super WOW on NYC Marathon!
over 2 years ago