[Saturday] 10.12.13- The Middle Half

The Middle Half 2013- Mufreesboro, TN

The 13.1 course has you running up and down tree-lined main street, historic Oakland's Mansion, and circling downtown square. After passing Fraternity Row and the geographic center of Tennessee, you'll finish the race in style at MTSU track and soccer field.

This was the first time I have ever ran through Murfreesboro area. It was a great morning to run a nice, flat course. The only probably was I have not ran in 6 months. The Marathon in April broke me from running and I made a transition into Crossfit, but I believe in being a balanced athlete. The first 3 miles felt as if I was running in sand, and going no where. It seemed like forever to reach that distance, but once I did the next 7 miles flew by. Mile 10 came and so did the  "Wall," the legs were tight, feet started to ache, but I did have to recognize my cardio was perfect. When it was said and done I ended with a 2:05:32 with a pace of 9:32. Looking back at it I am pleased consider my lack of training, but I would of loved to been under the two hour mark. Is this a goal of mine, moving forward to better my self in endurance training while maintaining my crossfit goals? Probably not but this was fun! Gotta say the Victory Lane tents a.k.a. "Food" was awesome. My favorites: Tru Moo Chocolate Milk, grapes, oranges and Jim and Nick's Turkey Sliders.