Goodlife Victoria Marathon - Race Recap Replies
@seechrisrun said: Others already mentioned it, but don’t underestimate how much being sick the week of the marathon can affect you. I remember catching something before Boston 2010. I was run/walking by 13 and wondering why I was so gassed so early
You’re right. I guess because I have run sick before and I felt a lot better during the marathon than I have in the past, I assumed I was actually “healthy” during the race thanks to all the vitamins I took in the days leading up to it. But then I got sick the next day and haven’t been able to shake it all week, so maybe it was a factor after all.
@healthyontheinside said: Proud of you! Running a marathon at any pace is awesome xxx
Thank you! <3 Now that I look back, I realize I didn’t give running a marathon enough credit in the moment. A couple of years ago, I was convinced that I was incapable of training for and running a marathon uninjured. Lots to be thankful for. :)
@robert-cal said: It’s still a big accomplishment to finish. But being sick is not possible to run a marathon well. You are already taxing the limits. I am surprised that the course was hilly. The race elevation profile is misleading.
Totally agree on the race elevation profile being confusing. But I have never really been one to visualize flat vs. hilly when I see a course elevation profile. I typically take the race website’s word for it, or read other people’s race recaps for the course to know for sure. That seems like a safer bet.
@runningonredbull said: Oh we could be twins! I had a 3:45 goal for Chicago and ended at 4:01 too. I run elevations like that here in KC and they are no joke. I don’t get people who think hills are no big deal! Way to push through to the finish and don’t give up on BQ!
We should have just run a marathon together. :) I’m definitely not giving up. In fact, I’m already dreaming about my next race. Hope your recovery is going well!
@ariavie said: You do have it in you to BQ. Running while sick is SO HARD mentally. Recover, regroup, and try again. (It took me 4 real attempts at a BQ before I got mine.) Congrats on toughing it out!
Thank you you so much for your supportive words! I have a feeling it will take me a number of tries, too, but I’m feeling okay with it. It’s a journey and it will make that BQ - if and when I get it - SO much sweeter. :)
