Marathon recap; read if you dare

[thom]

It got a little long. Though I don't think anything will ever be as long as my first marathon recap.

cowspotsandtales.wordpress.com/2014/05/13/running-the-lake-wobegon-trail-marathon/

Here's a few new pics for those of you who don't have time to read the whole long thing right now.

[gt7301b]

Even though you didn't hit your goal be sure to celebrate that PR.

I love the way you ended your post

[clseale]

I love this! I already told you this, but I'll tell you again. Gutting it out & pushing towards the end, once you realize that your goal is missed, is no easy feat. IMO, it is one of the toughest things to do in any race, but especially the marathon. I know a 2 min PR is not what you were hoping to celebrate, but it is still something to be proud of. Congrats!

[shelbyann]

A PR is a PR! You did awesome and I have no doubt you'll hit sub-4 next time around. Those last few miles are always so tough.

Congrats!

[Deleted]

I'm seriously impressed, with your writing, your marathon, everything. You rocked it, well done!

[taratru]

You did such a great job! Thanks for sharing it with us.

[cinco]

I love this post so much. I know how frustrating it is to miss a goal when you trained hard, but you still PR'd and fought till the end. That is something to be proud of. I enjoyed reading about your conversations with other runners. I love that about smaller races. Congrats again!

[hannahb]

Great recap. It is tough to keep going when you know you aren't going to make your goal. You'll get that sub 4 one day!

[runblondie26]

That was so beautifully written.

The marathon is a finicky beast. I'm glad your walking away with a PR and your head held high.

All the work that went into training and racing a marathon is a tremendous accomplishment. But you know that Your explanation of what "feeling good" means during a marathon spot on.

Great job again Lisa!

[sassystace]

Thanks for your recap. I think you did an awesome job! You inspire me as I get ready to train for my first marathon.

[jamalynn]

Congrats on the PR! Those last miles just suck. Way to pull it out. You did a great job and should be proud.

[bostonmichelle]

I love your blog post! Congratulations on the PR. I'm sorry you missed your under 4:00, but that is awesome to still pull out a PR.

[kams]

Beautifully written. I really love that you make mention of the fact the the marathon distance demands your (general your) respect. There's no floating through for anyone. There are just too many factors to be sure you will hit your goal.

But, since you are clearly capable, the day will be so sweet when the thousands of other factors align and sub 4 happens.

I agree too, that turning on the gas at the end when you know your goal is out of reach, shows incredible determination, discipline, character - those things go far beyond running.

Congrats on a great race

[libbygrl109]

Loved your recap! Congrats on the PR, even if it wasn't your goal. You still fought through and killed it. And looked great doing it.

[CallingAllAngels]

I agree with the others - this is a fabulous recap. I am sorry you didn't reach your goal, but 4:03 is still amazing. I don't have any doubt you will get there. Congrats on the race and on putting in the hard work through the training cycle.

[thom]

Oh H&F, I love your kindness and wisdom. Thanks for the love. I had fun writing this once I got going on it.

[MrsE]

Yay! Congrats on your PR!