Thanks to Caitlin, I have a wonderful memory of the amazing race I ran today!
Even though the race was longer than expected (13.34 miles) and had more hills than I trained for, I rocked it and set a new PR! Around 4pm, our final results were posted and my PR became official: 2:13:22!
My goal was a 2:15 so I’d say I successfully achieved that and have already decided that 2:10 is my next goal!
Ali and I just returned to the room after spending hours on our feet exploring Washington, DC! Needless, to say I’m exhausted.
I’ll be back tomorrow with a full recap! Thank you again for all your kind comments, support, and positive thoughts! Also, if I saw you today at the half marathon, I hope you rocked your race! I had three readers say hi before and during the race!
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Congrats on the PR!! Amazing! What beautiful photos you took in DC today, especially the tulips. Also love that photo that Caitlin took.
Congratulations! Glad you had fun, got a great picture, AND got a PR. Sub 2:10 is defitely yours next time. Can’t wait to read your rave report.
Woo hoo! Can’t wait to hear more. You looked great, girl!
Congratulations on your new PR! I can’t wait to read the recap!
Go Ashely! Congrats on your PR!
That’s awesome! Great job!
Wooo congrats on the PR, that’s awesome! Hope you’re having a great time in DC!
That’s one of the best race pictures *ever* — the next time you get bummed about training, you have to go back and look at the smile on your face.
I’m jealous I wasn’t with you all but so glad you’re all posting and tweeting … we can live through you!
Congrats on the pr!
YAY Ash!!! Congrats on your PR!!!!! You totally rocked that course!
Hey Ashley congrats on your PR. Way to go.
Congrats on your PR!
However, I must point out that it’s highly unlikely that the race was “longer” than 13.1 miles. Race courses are measured taking the most efficient line possible – taking corners at the very inside of the curve, for instance.
In reality, especially if you’re running a large, crowded race and you’re not in the lead pack, it’s nearly impossible to “run the tangents” perfectly. So, you should always expect that your Garmin will record a little extra distance. Especially on a course with lots of turns. If you want to minimize this, focus on running the most efficient line possible and avoid weaving around.
Anyway, congrats!
Congrats!!!
What a great race
Congrats on your PR!
Great advice by shelby above.. always looking well ahead to minimize effort and distance! CONGRATS ON YOUR PR!!! Smart training (cross training/Speed work/focus on your “core”) is paying off!!
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