Who else is on the field!
Today I was just as surprised when I did NOT place in the top 3 for my age group as I was when I DID place in the top 3 in my age group for last week's half marathon. Today's race was a 5K – the Herb Kahl Memorial 5K here in Warrington, PA. My unofficial time was 24:32 and I placed overall 14th. But, there were fewer age groups so I fell into the 50-59 category and ended up placing 4th in the group. There were 3 runners in my age group who finished in the top 10 so I missed placing by 1 position.
I ran this same race last year and placed 3rd in my age group. Also, I was 45 seconds slower last year. So… my lesson learned here is so much depends on whom else in on the field with you.
Next race for me is the Rock 'n' Roll Chicago Half Marathon on July 22!
Happy and Safe Running Folks!
John
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