I was really shooting for a 1:07 something today during the half marathon. I wasn't too worried about pace but was more concerned about hitting the time. I knew I would have to push the pace a little but I felt really good and ready to do so. Here are the splits:
1- 5:15 - went out feeling really relaxed
2- 5:26 - a little slow but I knew I would get it back on the downhill
3- 4:52 - the kid going to BYU goes down the hill like a mad man
4- 4:54 - BYU kid is still 200 yards ahead
5- 4:59 - running with Dave and the Italian guy
6- 5:04 - course starts to level off and where the race really begins
7- 5:00 - I catch the BYU kid and then lead the rest of the race
8- 5:05
9- 5:17
10- 5:12
11- 5:13
12- 5:18
13- 5:14
.1- :23
I wasn't feeling all that great the last 2 miles but I told myself to keep pushing and really dig deep. I was really happy with the time and effort today. 5:08/mile overall. I got plenty of fluids in me and then did a cooldown with the guys. This was much needed. I was happy with the time. It was 2:19 faster then last year. Suprisingly now that I am back home the legs aren't that bad. We will see how they feel tomorrow though! I need to really gear up and get some serious training in for Twin Cities. I am thinking of doing the TOU Half this year and then probably be done with races until the marathon.
It was really fun seeing my little sister and Katey come in afterwards. They both ran the half marathon this morning. Katey ran the race in 2:11 and change. Their is something about a women that runs. Katey is a huge support and is nice for me to go and run in with her. | 
