the most miserable run ever!

libra01971

libra01971

Cathlete
Yesterday I ran a 10K. The weather forecast did not even mention rain for the weekend. When I woke up in the morning, it wasn't raining BUT it was thundering/lightning. I figured that be the worst of it....

Well, I got downtown to the capital. The race was the Texas round-up - which was started by the governor. (I think he actually runs it too. Sarah Ferguson did the relay with his wife.) It was sprinkling but not bad at all. The weather turned unusually cold for us also. It was 49 degrees (I know that's not TOO cold but here in Austin - it IS!) and the wetness from the rain didn't help. Half the people were in sweats and long sleeved shirts and the other half were in shorts and sleeveless shirts/tank-tops. I was in the latter group and freezing my a$$ off. I figured I would warm up after the first mile or so.

So the horn goes off and I swear, the minute we start running the rain starts pouring like crazy. It poured the WHOLE time. Well, I am very dependent on music when I run. I listen to hard, heavy, FAST music and I really think it helps my speed. My MP3 player is not water-proof and halfway through the race it gave out. I was soaked from head to toe. (But I wasn't cold anymore!);-) I messed with my MP3 player trying and trying to get it to work for a few minutes (while still running) but finally gave up. I blame my time on that (I know - excuses, excuses...)

Anyway, I came in at 55 minutes. My goal was 53 but I suppose 55 is not too shabby. The minute I quit running, I became extremely cold and it didn't help that I was so wet, I was dripping! Then, I swear the minute I stopped running, the sun appeared! $%^&!@#!

Oh well, with all that being said - to me, a bad run is like bad sex is to men. It's still a good thing as long as I'm running!:+
 
yuck! sorry your run got ruined! But be proud that you made it till the end! that is a long time to run!! i would have died! You go girl!


jes:7
 
That's what I don't like about Texas weather. It could rain so hard one minute, then the sun comes out the next.

At least you ran close to your goal time. I could never run, Laura. My knees won't stand it.

And hey, I was looking at your pictures. Your son is so cute! And you've come a long way from where you used to be. That alone is something to be proud of.:)

Pinky
 
I'm so sorry you didn't make your goal time Laura, but 55min really isn't that bad. I can't even come close. Just look forward to you your next run which will be in pleasant weather, I'm sure.

Dutchie:)
 
I can totally relate. This past Feb. I ran a 1/2 marathon in pouring down rain. I don't believe I've ever done anything more miserable. On top of that it was a ridiculously hilly run with rolling hills climbing 500' in elevation with most of it at mile 6. The only reason why I did it was because I had already paid the entry fee. Next time I'll forfeit the money.

However, I did end up with two t-shirts, a medal and an nice bottle of zinfandel.

Elaine
 
Congrats!! That time is really good. Lets see a 10K at 55 minutes is 8:50 per mile pace! That's awesome.

Right now I'm at a 10:20 per mile pace! I hope I can reach your pace one of these days soon!!!!

I'm running a 15K (10 mile) race on May 28th. Boy, I hope it doesn't rain like that!

:7
 
I'll bet a lot of people bailed and you didn't!! That alone makes you a winner and given the conditions, your time was good. I did my last 5K in freezing rain on Thanksgiving Day and it was the longest 3.1 miles of my life. I too depend on music when I run but I forgot my MP3 player that day. You did a great job and give yourself a pat on the back from me!!
:):):):):)

--Lois

"Don't forget to breathe!"
 
Laura - all your future runs are now pre-disastered - they could never be as bad as that one!

It'd take me probably 55 hours to run a 10K. Good work, you little running fool you!

A-Jock
 
Congrats on the run. You did great considering the circumstances!!! Even without the rain and MP3 player that is a great run!!

Beverly
 
Laura, GREAT TIME!!! You should be very proud! It's a bummer about the pouring down rain, but again, it's a great time! I ran a 5K yesterday in 37 minutes. Very slow, so I am envious of your fast pace! Keep up the good work.

Lori
 
Forget the rain, you should be so proud of yourself! You did incredible! You perservered no matter what was thrown at you! If I ever meet you, I will give you the shirt off my back! You are my hero!

All Hats off to You,
Missy
 
Laura~I agree...your time is excellent! Good for you for giving it your all under the horrible conditions. You did awesome!!!
Your-Friend-In-Fitness, DebbieH (AKA "Den Mother Debbie")http://www.handykult.de/plaudersmilies.de/wavey.gif[/img] If You Get The Choice To Sit It Out Or Dance...I Hope You DANCE!!!
 
55 mins, I laughing so hard. THAT'S EXCELLENT.

If only I could run. (Does the treadmill count?)

As one poster said, she couldn't run if she were being chased. Well girl we'd be neck-n-neck trying to get away from whatever's after us.


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Haydee
 
Laura...you did great!! http://smilies.sofrayt.com/%5E/r/dance.gif[/img] I have done a few runs in the rain. A marathon was the absolute worst though rain and WIND!!! Getting that close to your goal is very good. And of course the rain stopped when you were done...x( Can't wait to hear about your next run...:)...Carole
 
But you finished it!!!Way to go!. I used to jog. I never moved fast enough to actually call it a run. I think my best is an 11 minute mile, and that only going about 3 miles. Next time you'll surpass all your goals!
 
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