I went with Nick to Madison to watch the Ironman. Decided to do 20 around the lake. I was pretty nervous about this run, because it would be my 3rd 20-miler for the week, something I never did before. I had some shin pain too and was very worried about that. Nick and I took off at a decent pace and started cruising around the course. Got to some hills and around mile 5 or 6, I left Nick behind me. Shins bothered me a tad, but I figured it would be alright.
The trail was a little confusing and had to ask for directions a few times. About mile 10, knees started to act up. It got pretty bad and was even worse when i had to run on a sidewalk. I was considering just doing one loop(14.3 miles). When I finally finished the first loop, I grabbed some Boost, ran to my car, got some water and cream and decided that i had already gone so far, I might as well just finish the 20. I took off, feeling pretty motivated about the incoming bikers. Just thinking about it got me pumped. I ran along the beginning/end of the bike course(which I did the year before) and really got to reminiscing. It motivated me so much that I ran a little too fast, got a tad lost and got another tight IT band that needed to be stretched.
On the way back, I ran into a few volunteers, nice to see them. With about a quarter mile to go, I saw the top guy come in. He looked like he was toast, but was far enough of everyone else. That was motivating, but my legs were in a shuffle by now and finished near the transition area with very little left in the tank. Shins/knees were sore, but definitely could have been worse given the conditions.
Week is over! 72 miles, 3 20 milers!!
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