- Site:
- http://www.beyonddistance.com
- Miles:
- 4497 total / 109 in 2013
- Goal:
To laugh often and love much. To appreciate beauty. To find the best in others.
Kevin L. ran: Finished my first 50k...
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- 31 miles
- 05:48 time
- 11:13 pace
- 3518 calories
- details
Finished my first 50k training run under 6 hours - I'm feeling pretty good about myself. So that's what it's like to run 30 miles. Every step after mile 27 felt as if someone was hammering the bottom of my feet with a baseball bat - not to mention I was hit by bird droppings at mile 27. Well, honestly it was slightly easier than I expected - thanks to the relatively good weather and condition. Additionally, special thanks to the random runner lady, at mile 30, who yelled "you can do it" and "keep going". I have to admit, the most bizarre aspect, however, of all this distance is eating while running - it was hard to swallow food sometimes. Now it's time to rest up and wait for Irene!
Awesome! I want to be strong enough to do that!!!
almost 2 years ago
Absolutely amazing!! 30 miles and such a great pace! Bird droppings are Good Luck btw :)
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
Thanks!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Fantastic run Kevin! Awesome pace too! Just curious,how did you get through the the most difficult parts of your run?
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
Wowza! That is incredible!! Well, except for the bird droppings... ;) Congrats on such an amazing accomplishment! Stay safe during Irene... Make sure you have plenty of bourbon and pizza.
almost 2 years ago
@Carla Believe me, the hardest part was all the work and consistency leading up to the big run. It took me 6 hours to do this run - but much much longer to prepare for it. Although there are moments when I felt like sitting down or taking a nap on the road, I also had good moments when my pace just felt like I was floating in air. You just have to keep believing - that one step at a time going forward, no matter how slow, will get you to the end.
almost 2 years ago • Like • 2 people
@Veronica Irene has been "downgraded" (like many things in USA) to category 1 this morning! I'm gonna be watching UFC with friends with many pizzas!
almost 2 years ago • Like
"Awesome" doesn't even begin to cover it.
almost 2 years ago • Like
Amazing run Kevin. I am more than impressed. I can't even imagine running for nearly 6 hours. The miles where you felt like you were floating on air must have felt great. I love your attitude on this, one step at a time...That is something I need to keep in mind. One again, VERY, very impressive run. Have a good weekend!
almost 2 years ago • Like
I truly appreciate every one of your support. The run would've been nearly impossible without this community.
almost 2 years ago • Like
WOW! WOW!
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
I read the phrase "50K TRAINING run" and choked on my coffee. you are freakin amazing. Great job!
almost 2 years ago
It is a very English thing to say but 'fair play mate that is incredible and an awesome achievement. '
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
It is a very English thing to say but 'fair play mate that is incredible and an awesome achievement. '
almost 2 years ago • Like
@Richard Nobody has ever said that to me! Brilliant!
almost 2 years ago • Like
So good my phone posted it twice :-)
almost 2 years ago • Like
Okay. I had to reread to understand -- you ran 30 miles, and it was a TRAINING RUN. Holy Nikes, man. Awesome job. You are a rock star!!!!!
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
Pardon me. Thirty-ONE miles. I start counting yards after the 5th mile.
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
nice!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Congrats!!! U deserve a nice nap!!! Bird droppings definitely good luck!! Just come in a messy package!
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
I can't even fathom running that distance or time--you are a rock star dude!
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
wow... I am so impressed!
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
Thank you all. It really isn't all that impressive - and such is not my intention. It really is all relative.
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That is pure hardcore.
almost 2 years ago
Truly amazing! What an incredible accomplishment!! Enjoy that pizza, you deserve it! So, just curious, you said it took a lot of prep work to do this run- like what? Did you have people to help you- provide food/ water?
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
@Kristen Thanks. I was referring to the training build-up on mileage and conditioning - it took me a while to be able to reach enough confidence and physical capability. But it also took me a while to figure what and when to eat, how much fluid and electrolyte intake is necessary, and how to handle the unexpected. I'm quite meticulous given my nature of being an engineer. I did have a friend drive by and refilled my water bottles because I wasn't sure how much water I'd need.
almost 2 years ago • Like • 1 person
I can't even imagine! When is your 50K?
almost 2 years ago
Brilliant! Just Brilliant!
almost 2 years ago
I might do a 50 miler next may - still working out details.
almost 2 years ago • Like
Are you kidding me? You're a rock star Kevin! Talk about spewing motivation and inspiration! Well done!
almost 2 years ago • Like
You thoroughly deserve the praises Kevin! You've really put the miles in and accomplished something that many people will never be able to achieve. Really well done!!! Truly inspirational ;-)
almost 2 years ago
This is unreal!
almost 2 years ago • Like
Thanks once again!
almost 2 years ago • Like