Isela P ran: An epic run. My first...

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  • 18 miles
  • 02:50 time
  • 09:27 pace
  • 1679 calories
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good 18 mi 02:50 09:27 pace

An epic run. My first ever 18 miler. It wasn't easy by any means, but it wasn't as bad as I thought. My body was ready for a long run-I guess cycling for 8+hrs has helped my endurance. It was painful at points. My right knee on the outside kept bothering me. I had to walk one time to let my knee feel a little better.

I had my wonderful hubby with me. He carried my water and GU. He was a great support for me all along the way. He rode his mountain bike next to me all along. Just shy of one .5 mile from home, he got a flat :(, but we were glad that it happened so close from home.

When I got home, I was tired. Really tired. As I reached for a drink, my hands were shaking. I had given the run my all...it felt great!

I am a bit tired now. I took a little dip in the tub with cold water and some ice; I'll probably have to do that again later.

BTW: we took our little Flip with us so I'll upload a few tiny videos later of our scenery.

over 2 years ago

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  • Marty
    Marty
    Marty

    a fantastic achievement, at a very competitive pace. well done. will pm you about the pain o/side of your knee...

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Jöyce
    Jöyce
    Jöyce

    Wow, great job! We knew you could do it! Congrats and what a pace! =)

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Christopher B.
    Christopher B.
    Christopher B.

    Awesome job. I hope I'm ready for a long run like that soon!

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Muriel
    Muriel
    Muriel

    Wicked great Isela! Congrats!

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Becky T.P
    Becky T.
    Becky T.

    Great job Isela. Now that it's behind you I know you feel more confident in your training and the end is in site--you're doing great. Once you get past that first marathon, before you know it you'll be training for your first Ultra or Ironman; and I'll be watching your training and cheering you on all the way. Best regards.

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Toby P.
    Toby P.
    Toby P.

    Way to go Isela! I also just recently completed my first 18 miler. Great job maintaining your focus through the pain.

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Runfasterdaddy
    Runfasterdaddy Nice Job
    Runfasterdaddy Nice Job:

    Good job on your first 18 miler! Look forward to the flip videos.

    over 2 years ago

  • Gaye B.
    Gaye B.
    Gaye B.

    Great job! It always feels fantastic to set a new distance PR!

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Middalia W.
    Middalia W.
    Middalia W.

    Awesome Job!! Great pace for your first 18 miler..or any 18 miler for that matter :)

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Isela P.
    Isela P.
    Isela P.

    Thank you all! You guys are so supportive and encouraging. I am already looking forward to my 20miler next week...hope it is as fun as yesterdays. The day was overcast and it was great for my run.

    over 2 years ago • Like

  • Jeff C.
    Jeff C.
    Jeff C.

    Fantastic job! My 17 miler will be next week. Looks like I'm just a step behind you! It's awesome that you have that support as well!

    over 2 years ago • Like