I'm Very Sore

At the expo yesterday, where we had to go, they had a panel of people to talk to first time marathon runners. Jenny and I went.

One of the things they said was that for every second you run faster than the pace you are intending, it will add up to minutes by the end of the marathon.

I started the day with a pace group, a runner who runs only to help other people keep a steady pace. Our first split was at three miles and she immediately apologized. She had a watch malfunction and ran us 1:53 seconds per mile faster than we were supposed to be running.
Those definitely caught up with me.

Fortunately, heat, muscle cramps and pacing withstanding, I finished. I've got the shirt and medal (along with witnesses) to prove it.

Life goal accomplished.