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race report: space coast marathon (part ii)

December 6, 2013      13 Comments

Read about my first half marathon race experience here.

I really, really, really, really wanted to sit down, but Andrea and Mr Pug Runner told me to keep moving. Which, I’m sure, was the right call, but oh, sitting down sounded so good.

So, instead, we posed for a picture with our medals.

Once I got myself together a little, I was able to look around and take everything in. The post-race party was incredible. It was in a circular, grassy field, surrounded by a brick-paved path (that was doubling as the course) and with a clear, beautiful view of the river. Music was cranking and there were several stations set up with all kinds of food and drink.

For whatever reason, I wasn’t all about wandering.

I had my eye on the pancake tent.

Volunteers were cheerfully churning out trays and trays of pancakes and scrambled eggs. I couldn’t stomach the eggs, but I did snag a plate of fluffy, buttermilk goodness, smothered in butter and syrup.

Best. Pancakes. Ever.

Mr PugRunner went off and snagged a couple of sodas for me and Andrea, and at that moment, happiness was mine.

We settled in to wait for Kristin. She was keeping us abreast of her progress via text, so we were able to gauge when to hop to the finish line to watch for her. In the meantime, we were joined by friends who had just finished the marathon, and a friend who lived locally and wanted to give her support. It was so cool to have so many familiar faces around us even though we were a distance from home.

Oh, and remember Ashley, who I met up with at the St. Augustine 10K? Well, she was also out there, running her first marathon and her husband met up with us while we were waiting. Andrea had a gift from the expo for her, and they had the Moon Pies from the expo that we never saw. It was an excellent trade. We didn’t get to see her cross the finish line, but I know she did an amazing job.

Mmm. Moon Pies.

It was so exciting to see Kristin run in. She looked super strong and happy, and we were so proud of her! She’s worked so hard and her training really paid off. It almost makes me want to try for a marathon of my own. Almost. Maybe. We’ll see.

Reunited at the post-race festivities.

We spent some more time hanging out, but little man was starting to get tired. He had been up since 4:30 and it was a long day for him. We got ourselves together for one more picture with the official race backdrop.

Screen Shot 2013-12-03 at 7.24.55 PM

Kristin, Mr AMOTR and their friends were heading out to lunch, so we said our goodbyes and  took Andrea back to the hotel to collect our things. I desperately needed a shower, and something to eat.

Our timing was off. The annual Toys for Tots motorcycle caravan was going on and while I thought they were just closing the exits on the interstate for the duration,  they, in fact shut down the road to our hotel. So that was pretty frustrating. We waited for about 40 minutes before we were released and able to complete our journey.

That shower was the best ever. We left the room and decided to wait to eat lunch until little man woke up from his nap (fortunately, that happened to be right around where Red Robin was located, so yay for a delicious burger).

Other than some twinges in my calves, I was feeling really good. I had to wear compression sleeves on my legs for a few days, but that was a small price to pay for the great feeling of accomplishment I had.

Coastal Girl Photography

I already planned to run the Space Coast Marathon (half) for the next four years to keep up with the medal series, but after Sunday, I am even more excited about that plan. I loved this race. I loved the volunteers and the course support and the spectators. I loved the other runners and the course. I loved watching a blind marathoner cross the finish line with his running partner, and I loved watching volunteers escort the injured in for their medal. I was so inspired by so many people on Sunday, and that’s a feeling I will carry with me always.

I haven’t run a step since Sunday. Part of it is Oscar. The other part is post-race blues. I have a 5K tomorrow afternoon, and I hope I’m in decent shape for it. This is really the first time since I’ve started running that I haven’t been worried about slacking. For some reason, once you’ve proven to yourself that you can run 13.1 miles, the rest falls into place.

Oh, and even though I had an automatic PR because this was my first half, I am pretty damn proud of my finishing time.

Screen Shot 2013-12-06 at 9.46.54 AMI didn’t make it to that reach goal of 2:30, but I did best my other goals of 3:00 and 2:45, so I feel great about that.

My vacation from running ends tomorrow, and then it’s time to get serious for ZOOMA Florida in January.

Do you get post-race blues? How do you combat them?

 

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  1. Kristin @ A Mom on the Run says

    December 6, 2013 at 5:39 pm

    I’m glad you had such a great first half marathon experience!! Can’t wait to do it again next year 🙂
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    • runswithpugs says

      December 6, 2013 at 6:09 pm

      We will do some research when we book it in 2014 so we can get more suitable accommodations.

      Reply
  2. Darlene says

    December 6, 2013 at 5:50 pm

    Yes always after a half. I sign up for another race. That cures it. Savor the moment. The first one is the best! You make me want to run that half.
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    • runswithpugs says

      December 8, 2013 at 1:11 pm

      It’s a great race. Really great. I recommend it if you can.

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  3. Matilda says

    December 7, 2013 at 5:24 am

    Signing up for another run always gets me motivated.
    And you aren’t the only one who has more than 3 goal times for a race. You did it either way, so congrats.
    Matilda recently posted…Finish – A ReminderMy Profile

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    • runswithpugs says

      December 8, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      Well, I have quite a few I’m registering for over the next couple of weeks. I have that ZOOMA half coming up in January, too. Thanks for the kudos!

      Reply
  4. Anne @ CandyCrazedrun.wordpress.com says

    December 10, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    Get it girl!!!! Congratulations, this is such a big deal!!!

    That is so cool about your plan to race the series for the next four years!
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    • runswithpugs says

      December 12, 2013 at 1:24 am

      Thank you! I am still flying high!

      I hope I can keep up with my four year plan!

      Reply
  5. Stephanie @Cat Lady Runs says

    December 10, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    Congrats! Your first distance run is always memorable 🙂
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    • runswithpugs says

      December 12, 2013 at 1:23 am

      Thank you! I don’t think I will ever forget it!

      Reply
  6. Elizabeth says

    December 10, 2013 at 11:05 pm

    That is a great finishing time! I really wanted to run Space Coast but couldn’t swing a cross country trip right before Disney World. 🙁 Maybe one of these years I will make the trip.
    Elizabeth recently posted…Why I’m Not Setting A Goal for 2014My Profile

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    • runswithpugs says

      December 12, 2013 at 1:22 am

      Thank you! I am really happy with my time.

      Understandable. Racing gets expensive. There are so many races I want to run, but it just gets cost-prohibitive. If you do make it this way, I definitely recommend it. 🙂

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  7. Andrea says

    December 13, 2013 at 2:00 am

    Those pancakes were delicious!

    And definitely sign up for more races! I always have to have a race to train for to keep me motivated and excited!
    Andrea recently posted…Race #38- chORD Half MarathonMy Profile

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