how about a check-in?

[ilanarama]

We haven't done a check-in post for a while, and (at least here) it's midsummer and the running is lovely (provided you get out early in the morning)!

How's your running going? Got any races coming up? Any accomplishments you want to brag about? Comment here with yours, and compliment others on theirs!

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[ell]

Last Sunday (8 days ago) I finished my first Ironman. Ironman Frankfurt in 12:42. I'm still working on the race report, part one up tomorrow hopefully. Have biked a bit and swum a bit since, first run is tomorrow.

(And I think the thing I'm proudest of is (slightly) negative splitting the marathon. Also, not panicking even a little bit on the swim)

[ilanarama]

Congratulations on the Ironman! I remember you were nervous (but happy) about signing up for it, so I'm glad it went well! I'll be looking on your blog for your report. (And now I see that you have new half and 10K PRs - well done! I was on vacation and not online when you posted about it!)

[ell]

Thank you!
Now that I'm no longer sick or injured and my iron levels are somewhat under control, I've been succeeding at everything this season. I know it's going to wear off and I'll be chasing the PR's I set this year for a while, but it's been a fun ride so far :-)