So here's the scoop.
Goal was a sub 4:00:00 Boston Qualifying marathon time.
I felt like I could have done it (or close to it) two weeks ago, but not this week (three weeks of taper sucked it out of me). Next time I will not do a three week taper - I don't care what the pros say. It doesn't work for me.
Mentally I was ready to call it quits at mile 13, if I had seen my husband Peter there. We kept missing each other all day, so consequently I did not have an opportunity to DNF - I finished in 4:29:13.
At least I beat the 4:30:00 time - THAT was a matter of pride.
Good news - legs feel pretty good and I practiced a new hydration/nutrition strategy that I think will work next time.
I also got a really cool, pink and grey, dri-fit, long-sleeved shirt out of the deal!
Next time - I'm looking at the Napa Valley Marathon in March '08.
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