Post Race depression with a trip to Liverpool for work and another trip to NYC for a re-scheduled 5k.
- Monday – I was surprised that my legs were not tired but my back was real achy. Took a slow run after arriving in Liverpool.
the sun was nice but boy was it windy
- Tuesday – It rained all day but stopped by the time I was done with work. My lingering cold made me want to skip my run but again rain was predicted the next day too so I decided to seek out a new route. I entered Onondaga Lake State Park at a different entrance and ran from the opposite direction.
saw a red-tailed hawk and Christmas decorations but didn’t have enough energy to get my my planned 4 miles in (even with walking)
- Wednesday – I decided on a rest day because it was raining but then it stopped so I decided to finish yesterday’s run and then drive home…in the rain (it started to rain again once I finished my short run.)
- Thursday – Today was a rest day. Still hadn’t had time to unpack from trip to Montreal or my trip to Liverpool and then I had to re-pack for my short trip to NYC the following day…. Oy!
- Friday – Rest day again since I had to hop the bus after work to get to NYC. I headed right to my hotel (I still had my bib from when the race was cancelled.)
- Saturday – Race Day. Governors Island 5K –This time thunderstorms were not predicted and my hotel was close enough to walk to the ferry. It turned out to be a beautiful day to run and the race was so much fun. I got to spend a lot time in the island (in the sunshine) and even place FIRST in my age group.
might have had a 5K PR if I tried – tied my Gun time one with this Chip timed one – a big surprise!!!!
After the race, I headed back to Manhattan, checked out of my hotel and met Cari to stroll around the Village. We spent a few hours together and it was so nice to have the company.
met at Union Sq, walked around Washington Sq, visited Jefferson Market Library, AIDS Memorial and more…
Still had a few hours to kill before my bus home so I took in a movie (Crazy Rich Asians 🙂 )
- Sunday – Still needed a long run for the weekend (another big race in 2 weeks!) so three of my running friends agreed to meet me.
Only had enough time for 7.. .it was nice catching up with Barbara & running part of the miles with Sherry. First time in capris – 40s at the start!! Is Fall here to stay?
Of course, It was also Boating Sunday. Sadly, since I am away the next two weekends, this was our LAST time on the lake. We went for a ride and then had lunch with friends.
By Bye Lake George. See you next May!
This Coming Week –
- Monday – rest day (probably skipping my Training Group run)
- Tuesday – drive to Liverpool for work, 4 miles
- Wednesday – 2 miles (in Liverpool), drive home
- Thursday -rest day, hair appt
- Friday – 3 miles, PACK
- Saturday – 8 miles, drive to JFK and fly to Paris
- Sunday – rest day, arrive in Paris, recover from jet lag
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What a busy week! So cool that you were able to meet up with Cari.
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She’s great. We enjoy many of the same things.
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Good for you getting your runs in on the road, and navigating the weather to get them done! I really slack when I travel, and unfortunately, I have been traveling a TON.
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Me too. When I have a big race on the schedule, I force myself to run. And I never regret it.
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That’s great that you got a chance to do the race that had been cancelled and had fun with it 🙂 Congrats on that first place age group finish!
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Thanks. I hesitated going to it but I’m glad that I did.
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Congrats on age group! Did you know that when we were meandering, or did I forget? I’d have given you more than a Gu 🙂
Love your sun clouds on Wednesday!
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No I didn’t. I got an email about it later. There were problems with the website and posting the 5k results. They mail you the award in 6 weeks. it’s engraved so pretty cool.
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My friend got an age group win in Squirrel Stampede last year and I loved it. Very well done. Congrats again!
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That’s why the race is more expensive?
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I don’t know — doesn’t NYRR also have age group awards?
I think they also have economies of scale in terms of permitting, etc
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NYRR races are more competitive – they have an awards ceremony and it’s just a plan non-personalized medal.
NYCRuns award = https://myfirst5k.files.wordpress.com/2018/07/img_0997.jpg
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I sometimes get an achy back after races from the pounding but also if I am dehydrated.Way to go with your first place finish.
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I know that I don’t drink enough water.
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Congrats on another AG award…and an almost PR! I’ve been in capri’s lately…but wore shorts this morning. I am in denial fall is really here….
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same – I’ll wear a skirt as long as I can.
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wow you sure do get around! Paris sounds amazing can’t wait to hear all about it
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I can’t wait as well
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The long sleeves! The hoodies! What is even happening? I’m over here in hysterics because my gym has just instituted a no tank tops rule and it’s just too hot for that!
Ah, Paris! So excited for you! You are going to have such an incredible time!
Congratulations on your AG win!
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No tanks. Wtf?
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So glad you finally got to do the Governor’s Island race, and woohoo for winning first in your AG!!
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Are you running a race in Paris? You’re getting a lot of use out of your french these days!!!
Congrats on your AG win!
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Of course I am. 20km on Oct 14
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Gosh, you had quite a busy week. I’m impressed that you squeezed in a movie too. Congrats on your AG win. That’s awesome.
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Thanks. That is always a welcome surprise
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Congrats on your AG win! And that’s quite a lot of traveling too!
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Yes and it continues until Nov.
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Kudos to you on getting it all in during such a busy week. You’re definitely a woman of “no excuses!”
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I do sometimes have excuses. Like Rain.
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Well done for a great race and first place finish, even with such a busy week and a lingering cold. So glad you met up with Cari too. Love following her blog! 🙂
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Me too. I love connecting with fellow bloggers.
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Congrats on your first place 5k award! You know, it’s fun to get together with running friends and do something not related to running! I know you’ll miss boating season, but it will come back around before you know it. Thanks for linking!
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I hope we don’t have a long winter. I HATE cold weather.
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