I think by now it should be fairly obvious that I have a mental illness that makes me pay money to wake up at an obscene hour and run 13.1 miles. Whatever, I'm pretty sure they don't have therapy for that, except physical therapy :)
Well, I can honestly say this was one of my worst races, and it was kind of a combination of several things that made it so.
First, we had to wake up at 3:20 to catch the last bus at 4:30. Uh....what kind of joke is that? Basically I took a three hour nap because I am physically incapable of sleeping well the night before a race.
Me and Shantelle (my amazing roommate) caught the bus and made it to the starting line with about an hour to go before the 6 a.m. start. I don't mind early starts at all, it was gorgeous having the sun come up behind us as we ran.
As we were waiting to start, I had one of those "oh crap I can't believe this is happening" moments when I realized that I forgot my gels!! My mint chocolate GU's were sitting in my bag that I had already dropped off in the clothing drop truck, and it would have been impossible to find it among all the other bags. I basically had a rant along the lines of "I should just quit now" and "my whole life is ruined" ect, ect. I mean, isn't the cardinal rule of racing is to NEVER try anything new on race day? I'm pretty sure running without gels falls under that category. Even though the race supplied gels at mile 6, I knew that wouldn't be enough. I usually eat mine at miles 4.5 and 9. To make up for it, I ate every orange and drank every cup of powerade I could get my hands on. Turns out that wasn't enough...
Me and Heather decided to stick with the 2:10 pacing group, as I had just run a 2:10 in April and I figured I could do it again. Uh, I was way wrong about that. Turns out the pacing group kind of sucked and they started out at like a 9:30, when the sign they were carrying said in big letters "9:55 PACE". I lost them by mile 3. Big surprise. Yet another mistake of this race was starting out too fast, much too fast. There wasn't so much of a half mile warm-up pace or anything! No wonder I crashed towards the end...
Not even a mile in, my shins started killing me, like they were screaming at me to stop. And I was like, hey shins, you need to grow up, k? This is really immature of you. Who do you think you are, ruining my race that was, by all accounts, ruined already? Around mile 3 I had to stop and stretch them out, and after that they felt a little better. A thought struck me that maybe my shoes were done and ready to be retired? I know from experience that old, worn-out shoes can cause random aches and pains. Then I remembered that I had bought these in October, and since then they have been through training and running of 3 half marathons!! I mentally kicked myself for not thinking of this earlier, and now I was running a race with worn-out shoes and probably doing more damage than I would otherwise. Oh well, I'm in the middle of a race, what am I gonna do? That's right, keep running.
Well, when I say running, I really mean "running for about a half mile and then walking for a minute and then attempting to run again and failing miserably". Honestly though, besides my full marathon last summer (and St George marathon in 2009) I probably walked the most in this race than any other. The combination of achy legs, low energy, and less-than-ideal training really threw my body for a loop. But you know what? There's bound to be a bad race now and again, and there's always another one to look forward to, so I'm not worrying over this one.
I ended up finishing with a truly astounding time of 2:16:03 (easy on the sarcasm, now!). Kind of a joke, really. Seeing how my very first half marathon (in 2010) was a 2:17, this was pretty sad. Ha ha. But you know what? This race was truly a learning experience for me!
1. Make sure your training doesn't suck.
2. Make sure your shoes aren't dead.
3. Double and triple check and you have everything before you drop your bag off at the start.
4. Don't start out too fast!!!
5. NEVER try anything new on race day.
6. Lay off the junk food. Seriously. I didn't mention this but I think I'm carrying a couple extra pounds than I was in April, which can make a huge difference.
7. Maybe 5 Guys Burgers the night before wasn't the best idea? But it sure was delicious!!
Next on the running agenda-
Top of Zion relay in southern Utah. Same setup as Ragnar. So stoked! June 29th-30th. Check it out here.
Big Cottonwood Canyon half marathon, September 22nd. Check out this elevation map. Isn't that just a PR waiting to happen?!
Between those two races, I'm going to be working a lot on speed and hills. I think it is time to step it up from being a mediocre runner who just wants to finish each race to actually becoming a competitor.
Excited for things in store!
Monday, June 11, 2012
That Sneaky Cookie
So yesterday as I was downing several cheese crisps (or quesadilla if you think you're more cultured than the rest of us) with my beloved Cholula sauce, I realized that I had eaten the same meal every day for a week. Yikes. So, I made the decision to forego the cheesy goodness for a couple weeks and completely over haul my diet. That means no more eating out, no more junk food, no more mindless eating.
That lasted until approximately 10 o'clock this morning.
I walked out of our tiny bathroom (I think it's about 4 foot square?) and there, on my roommate's desk, was a half eaten white chocolate macadamia nut cookie. You know, the kind with the giant white chocolate chips? Well, I literally stopped in my tracks and stared it down. I had a mental battle with this cookie. Did I really need the cookie, right then and right there? First of all, it wasn't even mine. Second of all, it hadn't even been a day since I decided no more junk food. Third, I think it had been sitting there for a while, so it was probably stale.
Oh, who am I kidding? I ate that cookie in about three seconds. Then I sent my roommate this text:
"There was a piece of cookie on your desk. I came out of the bathroom and it was staring me in the face...it didn't stand a chance. Sorry. I'll buy you another one."
Good thing my roommate loves me.
Also good news? The rest of my day has been healthy, and I plan on running tonight, so no harm done!
That lasted until approximately 10 o'clock this morning.
I walked out of our tiny bathroom (I think it's about 4 foot square?) and there, on my roommate's desk, was a half eaten white chocolate macadamia nut cookie. You know, the kind with the giant white chocolate chips? Well, I literally stopped in my tracks and stared it down. I had a mental battle with this cookie. Did I really need the cookie, right then and right there? First of all, it wasn't even mine. Second of all, it hadn't even been a day since I decided no more junk food. Third, I think it had been sitting there for a while, so it was probably stale.
Oh, who am I kidding? I ate that cookie in about three seconds. Then I sent my roommate this text:
"There was a piece of cookie on your desk. I came out of the bathroom and it was staring me in the face...it didn't stand a chance. Sorry. I'll buy you another one."
Good thing my roommate loves me.
Also good news? The rest of my day has been healthy, and I plan on running tonight, so no harm done!
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Most Embarrassing Moment
A conversation in school about embarrassing moments reminded me of this story, and believe me, it's a keeper!
This happened shortly before my brother went on his mission. I had set out for an easy run, no more than 4 miles or so. As I was running back toward the front of my neighborhood (in Gilbert), I saw my brother's old blue "Mexitruck" pulling out of the street. So, me being me, I ran up to the truck, banged on the hood like a madwoman, and flipped him an enthusiastic double bird (in typical Clouse fashion).
My brother was not driving the truck.
In fact, the man driving the truck was somebody I had never seen in my life. And there was what looked like a young boy in the passenger seat.
That moment of panic when I realized I had just royally offended a complete stranger sent me running in the opposite direction as fast as I could. If my face wasn't red from running, it sure was now. To make matters even worse, he ended up turning in the direction that I was running and so passed me running wildly down the street. I'm not sure if I was hysterically laughing or just simply freaking out....
A couple of minutes later, I returned back home and looked for my brother to ask him who the heck was driving his truck?! My dad, over hearing, piped in that the mechanic had come to pick it up.
As I told them what had happened, they began to laugh so hard that both were on the floor with tears streaming down their faces. My dad couldn't get any words out, except he kept gasping over and over, "You can't make this stuff up!!" I stood there with shame and embarrassment and finally couldn't help but to join in laughing.
To my horror, my dad promptly called the mechanic and said joyfully, "So, i heard you met my daughter?" The mechanic said he was shocked (as was his 6 year old son, who I'm sure is scarred for life), but that he wasn't too offended because after all, I am a Clouse and Clouse's tend to do crazy things like this.
So in the end, no harm done, and my dad was right, you cannot make this stuff up.
This happened shortly before my brother went on his mission. I had set out for an easy run, no more than 4 miles or so. As I was running back toward the front of my neighborhood (in Gilbert), I saw my brother's old blue "Mexitruck" pulling out of the street. So, me being me, I ran up to the truck, banged on the hood like a madwoman, and flipped him an enthusiastic double bird (in typical Clouse fashion).
My brother was not driving the truck.
In fact, the man driving the truck was somebody I had never seen in my life. And there was what looked like a young boy in the passenger seat.
That moment of panic when I realized I had just royally offended a complete stranger sent me running in the opposite direction as fast as I could. If my face wasn't red from running, it sure was now. To make matters even worse, he ended up turning in the direction that I was running and so passed me running wildly down the street. I'm not sure if I was hysterically laughing or just simply freaking out....
A couple of minutes later, I returned back home and looked for my brother to ask him who the heck was driving his truck?! My dad, over hearing, piped in that the mechanic had come to pick it up.
As I told them what had happened, they began to laugh so hard that both were on the floor with tears streaming down their faces. My dad couldn't get any words out, except he kept gasping over and over, "You can't make this stuff up!!" I stood there with shame and embarrassment and finally couldn't help but to join in laughing.
To my horror, my dad promptly called the mechanic and said joyfully, "So, i heard you met my daughter?" The mechanic said he was shocked (as was his 6 year old son, who I'm sure is scarred for life), but that he wasn't too offended because after all, I am a Clouse and Clouse's tend to do crazy things like this.
So in the end, no harm done, and my dad was right, you cannot make this stuff up.
Busy busy busy.
This weekend is probably going to be the busiest of my summer so far. Let's take this through day by day...
Thursday: I have my first practical midterm. Haven't studied for it much yet. Since it's hands on stuff I actually have to know how to do it for clinical use too. Good thing I enjoy it!
Friday: my roommate Jaclyn's wedding luncheon and reception. Also packet pickup for the race on Saturday.
Saturday: get up at 3:30 for the Utah Valley half. Yeah I know, that's an obscenely early time! But they have to get all the buses up there super early for some reason. Whatevs. Then I get to run the race! Yay!! I love half marathons so much. This one should be a really good one, stay tuned for recap!
The rest of Saturday (after I sleep off my race) will consist of studying for my midterms next week and writing my talk for Sunday. Haven't talked in church for over a year, so I'm a little nervous! Then that night I have another wedding reception to go to.
Sunday: talk in church. Hurray. Study the rest of the day for my two midterms and a quiz on Monday. Yikes.
Now I know all this doesn't seem like much but when I have more stuff going on than normal I tend to go a little crazy. Keep in mind that every spare minute I have is going to be spent stressing over studying for midterms, writing my talk, and surviving a half marathon on minimal training. And even when the weekend is over, the stress is not! School next week (and possibly the week after) is going to be a wild time! My teachers like to attack us all at once with tests and projects. It's so wonderful.
Now, not is all bad! I'll still get to see two of my roommates marry their EC's (eternal companion in Utah talk) and live happily ever after. I get to finish yet another half marathon, my third since October, something that not everyone can do. I get to enjoy the beautiful Utah summer weather. There are so many things I'm blessed with that I think I can put up with a couple busy weekends every once in a while!
On another note, I signed up for another half in September. I think I have an addiction.
Thursday: I have my first practical midterm. Haven't studied for it much yet. Since it's hands on stuff I actually have to know how to do it for clinical use too. Good thing I enjoy it!
Friday: my roommate Jaclyn's wedding luncheon and reception. Also packet pickup for the race on Saturday.
Saturday: get up at 3:30 for the Utah Valley half. Yeah I know, that's an obscenely early time! But they have to get all the buses up there super early for some reason. Whatevs. Then I get to run the race! Yay!! I love half marathons so much. This one should be a really good one, stay tuned for recap!
The rest of Saturday (after I sleep off my race) will consist of studying for my midterms next week and writing my talk for Sunday. Haven't talked in church for over a year, so I'm a little nervous! Then that night I have another wedding reception to go to.
Sunday: talk in church. Hurray. Study the rest of the day for my two midterms and a quiz on Monday. Yikes.
Now I know all this doesn't seem like much but when I have more stuff going on than normal I tend to go a little crazy. Keep in mind that every spare minute I have is going to be spent stressing over studying for midterms, writing my talk, and surviving a half marathon on minimal training. And even when the weekend is over, the stress is not! School next week (and possibly the week after) is going to be a wild time! My teachers like to attack us all at once with tests and projects. It's so wonderful.
Now, not is all bad! I'll still get to see two of my roommates marry their EC's (eternal companion in Utah talk) and live happily ever after. I get to finish yet another half marathon, my third since October, something that not everyone can do. I get to enjoy the beautiful Utah summer weather. There are so many things I'm blessed with that I think I can put up with a couple busy weekends every once in a while!
On another note, I signed up for another half in September. I think I have an addiction.
Thursday, May 31, 2012
This is my summer.
Summer school is the bane of my existence right now. I try not to resist it, I try and go to school without kicking and screaming every morning. But it's proving to be difficult! Every morning as I drive to school I see people out running and I get so jealous! I get to save my running for the night time but I have a feeling as the summer goes on that it will be hot even at 8 o'clock at night.
My schedule goes as such- Monday and Thursday I have school from 8 to 5. So much fun...? Tuesday is my new "Friday" as in it's the day I feel happiest:) I only have school from 8 to noon, with the whole afternoon to myself. Let's get real, I usually spend it catching up on shows and sleeping:) Wednesday is from 8 to 2:30, not bad at all.
I guess the reason I'm complaining is because I don't get to sleep in anymore!! *gasp!* if anyone knows me at all they know that I love, adore, even worship sleep, and anything that interrupts that is not my best friend. Bless my heart when I eventually get married and have little kiddos.
Moving on... This summer is proving to still be a total blast, even with the full time summer school. Last weekend I was able to go with a group from my ward down to Arches National Park (near Moab). It was such a fun, albeit WILD trip. Wild, because I swear the winds that we suffered through were hurricane force. No lie. All of us were exhausted from the constant sand-blasting and digging sand out of our eyes (and mouth, and nose, and ears). But, even with all of that craziness, we still managed to have the time of our lives. I felt like I grew so much closer to all the people that were there. Probably has something to do with suffering together. Ha ha.
We did a couple of shorter hikes and one longer hike to see Delicate arch (the one of the Utah license plate). I loved seeing all of the arches, and we didn't even begin to scratch the surface of that park, because there are hundreds of arches that we never even saw. Double Arch was my favorite because it's so unique and so huge!
When we got home Saturday night, I can honestly say that was the dirtiest I have ever been. I had red sand embedded in my hair (looked like I had red roots coming in), my clothes were covered in red, my sports bra was filled with sand (tmi?) and I basically felt like I had a new layer of skin. Yay, exfoliation!! Over all it was a very fun trip, and Bishop was kind enough to feed us three meals and reserve a camping spot for us. Speaking of, I think I was the only one to get a good nights rest because my sleeping bag is so big:) I didn't hear or feel the wind all night because I was burrowed inside.
Anywho, I'm looking forward to a couple more things in the coming month or so. I have the Utah Valley Half next weekend, along with two of my roommate's weddings. Then I have the Top of Zion Red Rock Relay at the end of June (SO excited for that one!). Still trying to find another race for July, even if it's just a 10K or something. One race a month is my goal! Summer is busy but also a super exciting time!!
My schedule goes as such- Monday and Thursday I have school from 8 to 5. So much fun...? Tuesday is my new "Friday" as in it's the day I feel happiest:) I only have school from 8 to noon, with the whole afternoon to myself. Let's get real, I usually spend it catching up on shows and sleeping:) Wednesday is from 8 to 2:30, not bad at all.
I guess the reason I'm complaining is because I don't get to sleep in anymore!! *gasp!* if anyone knows me at all they know that I love, adore, even worship sleep, and anything that interrupts that is not my best friend. Bless my heart when I eventually get married and have little kiddos.
Moving on... This summer is proving to still be a total blast, even with the full time summer school. Last weekend I was able to go with a group from my ward down to Arches National Park (near Moab). It was such a fun, albeit WILD trip. Wild, because I swear the winds that we suffered through were hurricane force. No lie. All of us were exhausted from the constant sand-blasting and digging sand out of our eyes (and mouth, and nose, and ears). But, even with all of that craziness, we still managed to have the time of our lives. I felt like I grew so much closer to all the people that were there. Probably has something to do with suffering together. Ha ha.
We did a couple of shorter hikes and one longer hike to see Delicate arch (the one of the Utah license plate). I loved seeing all of the arches, and we didn't even begin to scratch the surface of that park, because there are hundreds of arches that we never even saw. Double Arch was my favorite because it's so unique and so huge!
When we got home Saturday night, I can honestly say that was the dirtiest I have ever been. I had red sand embedded in my hair (looked like I had red roots coming in), my clothes were covered in red, my sports bra was filled with sand (tmi?) and I basically felt like I had a new layer of skin. Yay, exfoliation!! Over all it was a very fun trip, and Bishop was kind enough to feed us three meals and reserve a camping spot for us. Speaking of, I think I was the only one to get a good nights rest because my sleeping bag is so big:) I didn't hear or feel the wind all night because I was burrowed inside.
Anywho, I'm looking forward to a couple more things in the coming month or so. I have the Utah Valley Half next weekend, along with two of my roommate's weddings. Then I have the Top of Zion Red Rock Relay at the end of June (SO excited for that one!). Still trying to find another race for July, even if it's just a 10K or something. One race a month is my goal! Summer is busy but also a super exciting time!!
Monday, April 30, 2012
Finals week is over!
So one of the bad things about living in Provo, and especially about living near BYU is that everyone else finished their finals about two weeks ago, before I was even getting started!
This past week is what I like to call "Hell Week" because I had five final exams (there was only one of them that wasn't comprehensive), two papers, a presentation, and a project. Oh joy!! And of course, me being myself, I don't study until the night before for each test. It may seem crazy but the whole cramming session TOTALLY works for me. I have all the info in my head, and as soon as I take the test, I swear I can feel it disappear through my ears, making room for the info for the next days tests. It all paid off in the end because I ended up getting all A's by the end of finals week (except for one measly B, an 88%). Needless to say I am VERY happy!!
On Saturday I took a little time off studying and went for a fantastic hike up behind Mt Timp, which is quickly becoming my favorite mountain. The hike we went on was called Stewart Falls, and I am a huge fan! It was short yet just long enough for us to enjoy being outside.
Well, since I can now blog on my phone (although adding pictures on here makes no sense to me) I can see myself doing it more often, so hopefully I can keep track of all my adventures this summer! I do believe it will be a great one. :) tomorrow I drive down to my beloved Arizona for some much-needed family time and down time. So excited!!
This past week is what I like to call "Hell Week" because I had five final exams (there was only one of them that wasn't comprehensive), two papers, a presentation, and a project. Oh joy!! And of course, me being myself, I don't study until the night before for each test. It may seem crazy but the whole cramming session TOTALLY works for me. I have all the info in my head, and as soon as I take the test, I swear I can feel it disappear through my ears, making room for the info for the next days tests. It all paid off in the end because I ended up getting all A's by the end of finals week (except for one measly B, an 88%). Needless to say I am VERY happy!!
On Saturday I took a little time off studying and went for a fantastic hike up behind Mt Timp, which is quickly becoming my favorite mountain. The hike we went on was called Stewart Falls, and I am a huge fan! It was short yet just long enough for us to enjoy being outside.
Well, since I can now blog on my phone (although adding pictures on here makes no sense to me) I can see myself doing it more often, so hopefully I can keep track of all my adventures this summer! I do believe it will be a great one. :) tomorrow I drive down to my beloved Arizona for some much-needed family time and down time. So excited!!
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Salt Lake City Half Marathon recap
This had to be one of the funnest race weekends I've ever had! On Friday afternoon I headed up to SLC to meet up with Annie, Shantelle (my roommate) and Brooke (friend from AZ). Me and Annie picked up our race stuff (shirts, number) at the expo then headed over to the brand spanking new City Creek Mall, which is right across the street from Temple Square. Beautiful mall, with awesome stores. It's an outdoor mall that has a roof that can close when it rains or snows. How cool is that? Anyway, we met Shantelle at Cheesecake Factory to carb load it up, and my was it the most delicious carbo-loading I have ever done! Haha. I even splurged and bought a slice of their famous cheesecake. It was heaven. Then we walked around the mall, we kept marveling at how nice it is!
Well, onto the race recap:) I stayed with Annie and her husband and baby Jack at her grandparents house, just a couple minutes south of downtown SLC. We got a bit of a late start in the morning and made it to the starting line with barely ten minutes to spare! Needless to say, we jumped in the porter potty line, and I was actually still in the porter potty when they did te countdown. Haha! No biggie, there was so many people that it took me a couple minutes to even get to the starting line!
And then we were off! The first couple miles were downhill, which was so nice because it got me used to running so early in the morning. At first I was planning on shooting for a 2:15 race at least, since it was my first race in about 6 months and I didn't really think I was in that great of shape. But to my surprise, I fell into a pretty fast pace fairly easily, and so I decided to see what I was really capable of.
My first splits were pretty good, and in the middle of the race I was throwing out 9:45 and even 9:30 miles, which is UNHEARD of for me! There weren't any real hills until between miles 4 and 5, but they were pretty gradual and I kept pace. The course was so great, all through residential neighborhoods and even through Sugar House, where I threw out my fastest miles around miles 8 and 9. Mile 10 we ran a lap around one side of a huge park, and there were some people holding some hilarious signs (including a great "That's what she said" joke) that got my energy back up. Those last three miles were mine! By that time I was on pace for just under a 2:10, which meant a new personal record was within reach!
And then at mile 11.5, it appeared. The hill that went on for what felt like an entire mile. I'm sure the race directors were cracking up when they decided to take us up State Street, because that hill was AWFUL. I had to walk, I was so mad!! It was so long that I couldn't see where we were to turn off of State Street onto South Temple, not until I was getting closer did I see people veering towards Temple Square. Then I finally turned the corner, and there it was, only half a mile away! The finish line! Looking at my Garmin watch, I realized I would have to sprint for it if I wanted a new PR, so sprint for it I did.
I crossed the finish line in 2:10:23, a measly FOUR SECONDS from beating my time at the Halloween Half, which was a big deal for me since the Halloween Half is a much faster course. But I was so happy with it!! Best race yet!
Picture time--- it says "proof" in big letters because these are screen shots from off of my phone...yes, I did steal the pictures. Whatever. They charge too much anyway.
Me and Brooke outside good old H&M
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| Annie (roommate from freshman year) and Shantelle (roommate from this year!) |
Well, onto the race recap:) I stayed with Annie and her husband and baby Jack at her grandparents house, just a couple minutes south of downtown SLC. We got a bit of a late start in the morning and made it to the starting line with barely ten minutes to spare! Needless to say, we jumped in the porter potty line, and I was actually still in the porter potty when they did te countdown. Haha! No biggie, there was so many people that it took me a couple minutes to even get to the starting line!
And then we were off! The first couple miles were downhill, which was so nice because it got me used to running so early in the morning. At first I was planning on shooting for a 2:15 race at least, since it was my first race in about 6 months and I didn't really think I was in that great of shape. But to my surprise, I fell into a pretty fast pace fairly easily, and so I decided to see what I was really capable of.
My first splits were pretty good, and in the middle of the race I was throwing out 9:45 and even 9:30 miles, which is UNHEARD of for me! There weren't any real hills until between miles 4 and 5, but they were pretty gradual and I kept pace. The course was so great, all through residential neighborhoods and even through Sugar House, where I threw out my fastest miles around miles 8 and 9. Mile 10 we ran a lap around one side of a huge park, and there were some people holding some hilarious signs (including a great "That's what she said" joke) that got my energy back up. Those last three miles were mine! By that time I was on pace for just under a 2:10, which meant a new personal record was within reach!
And then at mile 11.5, it appeared. The hill that went on for what felt like an entire mile. I'm sure the race directors were cracking up when they decided to take us up State Street, because that hill was AWFUL. I had to walk, I was so mad!! It was so long that I couldn't see where we were to turn off of State Street onto South Temple, not until I was getting closer did I see people veering towards Temple Square. Then I finally turned the corner, and there it was, only half a mile away! The finish line! Looking at my Garmin watch, I realized I would have to sprint for it if I wanted a new PR, so sprint for it I did.
I crossed the finish line in 2:10:23, a measly FOUR SECONDS from beating my time at the Halloween Half, which was a big deal for me since the Halloween Half is a much faster course. But I was so happy with it!! Best race yet!
Picture time--- it says "proof" in big letters because these are screen shots from off of my phone...yes, I did steal the pictures. Whatever. They charge too much anyway.
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| This was at mile 10 in the park, the camera guys were trying to get us to look happy and celebrate, so I did:) |
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| Sights set on the finish line. |
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| Brooke's mom caught a picture of me sprinting by! |
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| Annie freaking rocked this race, got a 1:49, and she gave birth in November!! Super woman!! |
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| Shantelle came out to watch us, she's basically the best roommate ever! |
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| Oh hey there, Elder D. Todd Christoffersen. Just chilling at the finish line in his Apostle attire! (Yes, we are those people who take pictures with Apostles. Don't judge.)
Anyway, this race taught me a lot about myself, namely, that I can push myself more than I thought. it made me so excited for the Utah Valley Half on June 9th, that race will be rocked, mark my words!! Now, it is finals week and then home for almost two weeks!! CANNOT WAIT.
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