This past Saturday I ran the inaugural Lancer 5000. This is a 5k, proceeds go to help support the Cal Baptist track team. This is a dead flat course, it had PR written all over it.
It was a beautiful day, about 50 degrees at the 8am start time. My friend Joel and I did not get a great spot at the start, so the first quarter-mile was a bit hectic. Fortunately for me Joel lead me through the crowd and got me to a place where I could run without slower runners in front of me. First mile in 6:18.
The second mile went well, 6:38, and the third mile was a little slower at 6:42.
I was not able to kick at the end. I started the Standard Process detox this week and it has really drained my energy and strength.
The only complaint I have is the course had way too many turns. I wore my Garmin 305. I counted the turns, (using the SportTracks software) the total was 14. Way too many.
Looking forward to the race next year, hopefully with a modified course.
Stats: 19:50 (First time under 20 min in my adult life)
6:32 pace
170 avg. heart rate
Mission Wellness 