Originally Posted by bob.

I learned my lesson man. Miles 1-6 were great. i passed the pace team and maintained a great mental attitude. 7-13 i slowed a little but was starting to see myself crossing the finish. 19 i had to stop and use the rest room, this is when i started to realize that my lungs actually hurt. I also completely freaked out on this spectator who was in line to use the "runners" portable....starting the run again was one of the hardest things i have ever done. At mile 20 it became completely mental....my lungs were burning and my feet felt like they were on fire and my legs had given up and were numb. I literally ran the last 6 miles thinking 1 mile at a time. The last 3 miles were the worst....i think knowing where i was made it worst, but i have to say when passing some spots we hung out at i thought of you man . The last 1/2 mile i killed it and finished strong and without vomiting. I went directly to the beer tent!