Disney ½ Marathon

The Facts:
Time: 1:41:51
temp: 64 F
humidity: very high

Summary:
Good race overall for this time of year and given that I’ve just had 2 very light months. First 12k went fairly close to plan and I felt fairly strong. After 12k the legs started to feel heavier.

The humidity was definitely a factor in the overall time. For the second half there really was no opportunity to push the pace with the way the legs were feeling.

One of my primary objectives for the races was to keep a strong steady pace. This aspect of the plan went well. Even when the legs began feeling heavy I still focused on keeping a steady pace.

Highlights:
- Running through Magic Kingdom and coming out through the castle
- Fantastic medal
- One of the best organized races that I’ve participated in. Lots of water stations, cheering sections, great signage and lots of music.

Given the humidity today it wasn’t realistic to run a strong time. It was really good to let me know how things are going after a quieter November and December after the Phili marathon.