Karen ran the 13.1 mile Columbus Half Marathon Sunday clocking a 2:04:25 (9:30/mile pace). She finished in the top half of her age group in her 2nd running race ever (results. She ran the first 6 miles at 9:53/mi pace and accelrated the last 7 averaging 9:02/mi, finishing the 2nd half of the race in under an hour.
From Karen:
Columbus Half Marathon in the books! 13.1 miles down, 13.1 more miles to go. I didn’t want to drag my family to the race, because that would be kinda cruel to get them out the door at 6 a.m. just to wait around for 2 hours, but let me tell – my little one carried me through those last couple of miles.
Next up is the Columbus Marathon on October 20th.
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Way to go, girl! This athletic thing must be come from the Prior genes – never from the Rafferty line.
I’m ready to rise and shine for race start – then nap – then back to cheer you across the finish line. I’m supposed to be at State College for Penn State Homecoming on Oct. 12 to watch niece, Kathy, march in the Alumni band at half time – a mini Jack reunion. If your race is another date, count me in.
I am very impressed. Way to go. Good luck Oct. 20
Great job! Next stop… Boston 26.2!
Joe
Rockin’ it out, Karen, and you look fabulous to boot! We are all so impressed and proud. xoL
Karen, you look strong and beautiful! Congratulations on a great finish! Ginny