Half Marathon Race in Wilkes

Ran a first time event in Wilkes this morning. They had a larger number of people show up than expected. The start was delayed for about 40 minutes but everything went fine after the start. We ran the length of the green way and back for the half marathon. I ran the first 7 miles with an army officer that I just started talking with as we ran. He definitely helped my pace. He eventually finished 5 minutes ahead of me. He got faster and I got slower.
I ran 1:44 which was a minute under my target time. Overall great event and the money raised went to a Christian Organization that helps feed the hungry.
We dropped off Elizabeth before the race @ Mom and Pa's, she is spending the night tonight. They are going to see the Wizard of Oz tomorrow.

Watched App State beat Elon earlier today and now watching Carolina vs Miami.

Tomorrow I have 8 miles on the schedule.

Back to the Training

After a week off from training I am back at it. It was a light week just a couple of days. Two goods days this weekend with 8 miles each day. Looking to get really serious and take on a 50k in January. I am looking at the year and trying to plan when I will take on my first 50 miler.
Next weekend I will be running a half marathon in Wilkesboro which should be fun. The family will not have far to go to see me run. Jennifer will be running the 5k race at the same location.

This week will be different with having a day off in the middle, Veterans Day. Will be trying to get in a mid week long run. Also need to buy some new shoes so I hope to get that accomplished as well.