- Miles:
- 5328 total / 244 in 2013
- Goal:
Negative split a marathon. 3:35 at Boston 2013. Give lots of side-5s!
Chanthana ran: Course was short. I d...
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- 00:23 time
- 07:29 pace
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Course was short. I didn't even get 3 miles on my Garmin. What can I say? I'm really disappointed even though this is a PR by 11 secs. (Time was 23:14) Why can't I get sub-23? All signs point to me doing 22:4x but I just can't get there. Ran a quick wu and was dripping in sweat while I changed my shoes and shirt. Jogged to the start where I found Jeff H. lined up & Tony L. wishing us well. Ran the first 1.4 miles with Jeff and then died a slow death after. Zero turnover in the legs. They were dead. Got a nice side-5 from my buddy Francesco S. towards the end. The ice pops after the finish were heaven-sent!
I want to stay positive and say this is progress but I'm just super upset :( Looking forward to starting marathon training in about 2 weeks. I'm sticking to what I do best - the long, slow stuff :)
5th in AG out of 129, so there's that.
Face it. You're an endurance chick. Nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, we should start a support group to advocate for endurance runner acceptance, in a world that values speed. Society is oppressing us. What do we want? Long slow runs! When do we want them? Now!
12 months ago • Like • 6 people
Nice time and pace still Chanthana, wtg! A OU all american gave me a tip on lowering my 5k time. Told me to do alot of tempos, that's mainly what they do(he runs a 13:35), I did that, it has helped my improve my times alot, 4 years ago, i was running 22:30 to 23minutes. Keep at it, ya get ya sub 23, enjoy the upcoming marathon training, :).
12 months ago • Like
I know the feeling of poor races but still PRing. This is a great time but I know it's not what you wanted, Great job anyways and I have no doubts your marathon training is going to be awesome.
12 months ago • Like
and don't be too hard on yourself. A PR is a PR! It was warm and you're going leave some time on the watch every time you race in temps over 55F, (especially in the spring). Toss this one in the pain bank and don't look back.
12 months ago
Sorry you're disappointed, Chanthana! Congratulations on your AG 5th!
12 months ago
That is a great time, Chanthana.Time, and some awesome training runs, will put this in perspective.
12 months ago • Like
5k. who cares, when you can run a marathon. ;)
12 months ago
Placing 5th out of 126 is nothing to be ashamed of! You PR'd and I'd love to have your speed!
12 months ago • Like • 2 people
That's still a great pace, Chanthana. You will get there-it's a reasonable goal for you. Just keep at it. Runners are persistent people, so I know you will.
12 months ago • Like • 1 person
Fabulous finish time. You're fast alright. Nothing wrong with youre stats today! Great job! I know we runners all want to chase those 5K and 10K PR's. Sometimes time is on our side for that. You did well. Weep in your success.
12 months ago • Like
Drop it. You're amazing on so many levels. This is not a seriously managed race, it's a fun run for a zoo that comes with a chip timer. And an ice pop at the finish. Sweat the serious races, and (by the way) we all thank you very much for your support of Lincoln Park Zoo, it's a Chicago institution that, with your help, brings so much joy to so many families. Keep turning heads!
12 months ago • Like • 3 people
You did great this morning. Don't be down. It's a PR and while not what you're shooting for this is really just the start of 5K season. You'll be sub-23 for sure. All this speed work will help with your mary training too.
12 months ago • Like
It just wasn't the day! You still got a PR and your pace was fantastic! 5th out of 126 is impressive!! It is hard to be good at both (5k and marathons)! I, like you, feel like I should just stick to half marathons and marathons! However, 5K's are great speedwork and it is always good to keep throwing them in your training here and there!! Try and get another in soon! :)
12 months ago • Like
Congratulations!!! Next time you're sticking with me, even if I have to carry you on my shoulders. That would show that stroller asshole.
12 months ago
A PR and top 5 in your AG is still a very impressive day on the road, Chanthana! You crushed it today!
12 months ago
Still a great race. Congratulations!
12 months ago • Like
Nice PR Chanthana! You keep improving, so you will get there! Good luck on the start of marathon training!
12 months ago • Like
Just wasn't sure day--I know that feeling well. A PR is a PR--you'll get that sub 23 soon (I'm sitting at 23:02, so I know the feeling well!!). Keep your eye on the marathon prize and that BQ. 5Ks are sucky, pukefests anyway. ;)
12 months ago • Like
PR! That's it. Congrats!
12 months ago
You'll get there!! And today you got that much closer, which is awesome! Great job!
12 months ago • Like
You are most definitely making progress...and a PR and 5th in AG aren't too shabby! Congrats on that and good luck with the marathon training, it's your time for a BQ.
12 months ago
Way to go on the PR, you should be proud! Take care!
12 months ago • Like
5th in AG out of 129? That is AMAZING. Congrats! Sub 23 will be your one day! Keep doing what you are doing.
12 months ago
Thanks for the kind comments, everyone. I'm feeling better after getting some coffee and a manicure.
12 months ago • Like • 1 person
Many of life's problems can be solved with coffee and a manicure. Some, however, require wine and a massage.
12 months ago • Like • 2 people
You still kicked ass, good luck with the long, slow stuff...
12 months ago • Like
Sigh. I feel ya. I can't race a 5k to save my life. Does it help that you're still my hero?! Nice work, C. Kick butt in your marathon training!
12 months ago • Like • 1 person
She's my hero too! :)
12 months ago • Like • 1 person
She's my frenemy.
12 months ago • Like • 2 people
Well I think you did great. Anytime you push as hard as you can is a winner for me. Time doesn't mean everything.
12 months ago • Like
girl you are so inspiring and so fast!!!!!!!! 5th in your AG too, WHOOOOOOO!!!! i'm thinking your next 5k is where you're going to beat your goal!!! go, c, go!
12 months ago
Congratulations on the PR! Cheer up, one step at a time. If everything was easy, it wouldn't be worth doing it. Get it next time!!
12 months ago
15 more seconds. It'll happen. It just wasn't meant to happen in front of the zebras.
12 months ago • Like
Congrats on the PR. 5 out of 126 isn't too shabby either. Stay positive. Nice job!
12 months ago • Like