Bebette's Boston bitter-sweet report--the excutive summary

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Bebette's Boston bitter-sweet report--the excutive summary

Postby Bebette » Mon Apr 17, 2006 8:57 pm

I had a blast, felt strong, paced myself well and was on track for a sub-3:40 finish. Unfortunately, my calves betrayed me, and had to battle through cramps for the last 10 miles--running 5-10 minutes, stopping 30-45 sec to stretch the calves and feeling I could seize anytime. Still, I met my original goal to finish under 3:50, which is not too shabby in the circumstances.

I plan to come back next year. I need to deal with some unfinished business.

Detailed report to come later.
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Postby RA. » Mon Apr 17, 2006 8:58 pm

Congrats, Edith!!!!!
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Postby ultraslacker » Mon Apr 17, 2006 8:59 pm

We were watching your progress all day and are so proud of you!

I plan to come back next year. I need to deal with some unfinished business.


Sweet. I love this.
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Postby HCcD » Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:01 pm

:dance: edith :dance:
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Postby Robbie-T » Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:02 pm

Great Race, not too shabby indeed!!!!!
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Postby Kristi » Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:06 pm

Way to go Edith! We're proud of you and I'm looking forward to the detailed report!
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Postby dgrant » Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:14 pm

Yep, very proud indeed, and you should be too. Only one minute off your PB on a much tougher course than Wineglass... very impressive! 8)
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Postby Iron-North » Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:17 pm

awesome Bebette !! Glad you it was a blast! :D
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Postby Size5 » Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:43 pm

Totally COOL!!! Edith we at RM are very proud of you :D

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Postby eme » Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:02 pm

Great job - like was said before, just short of your PB and on a tougher course!
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Postby BaldGuy » Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:15 pm

Sorry you had trouble -- you'll kick it next year, I'm sure. We're all very proud of you. :)
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Postby Jwolf » Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:31 pm

Way to go, Bebette! Even with some troubles, you still came through with an excellent time. :) Thanks for the teaser... looking forward to the full report.

I know you'll have many more chances to do Boston, in addition to next year. I hope to be there with you one year. :D
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Postby cathyk » Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:31 pm

Excellent, you did it. As you said the glory outlasts the pain.
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Postby Marvin Martian » Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:35 pm

Wow, great job!!! And you can go back... That rocks!
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Postby turd ferguson » Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:41 pm

That's awesome - looking forward to the full report!!!!!
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Postby Madame Bourette » Mon Apr 17, 2006 10:49 pm

Bravissimo! :D
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Postby barebuns1 » Tue Apr 18, 2006 12:17 am

Great Run even with the tight calves.
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Postby caro » Tue Apr 18, 2006 3:55 am

Awesome! Looking forward to reading the full report!
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Postby Nicholas » Tue Apr 18, 2006 5:12 am

Great run, Edith. I plan to be there in 2007...unfinished business as well. Rest up, you deserve it.
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Postby BJH » Tue Apr 18, 2006 5:48 am

Great job Bebette!
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Postby trixiee » Tue Apr 18, 2006 5:51 am

WAY TO TOUGH IT OUT! "When the going gets tough..."

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Postby pts » Tue Apr 18, 2006 6:24 am

Way to go, a great time despite the troubles. :D
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Postby Stella » Tue Apr 18, 2006 6:42 am

Congrats Edith! Boston does it's best to hit you where you're most vulnerable. When I saw your finishing time, I worried that your BQ was 3:45 and that you had just missed it. Glad to have been corrected that it's 3:50!

Looking forward to your full report.

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Re: Bebette's Boston bitter-sweet report--the excutive summa

Postby runcherylrun » Tue Apr 18, 2006 6:48 am

Bebette wrote: I plan to come back next year. I need to deal with some unfinished business.
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The heart of a warrior !!!!!!!

Thanks for letting us share your adventure & congrats !!!!
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Postby Marg » Tue Apr 18, 2006 6:52 am

Yay! I can't wait for the detailed report. I was tracking your finish with baited breath.

Your perserverance and determination is amazing, congrats!

Awesome race! :D
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