2010 Vulcan Run

It was a cold start, but a beautiful day. Keith Abercrombie, a friend of mine, indicated that unlike the last 3 years he wanted to beat me this year. So, I talked trash to him over the last few weeks while knowing full well he would slaughter me this year. Optimistically, I thought I should give beating him a real effort. Well, I followed him for the first 1/2 mile and could tell that I would not hold the pace. So, I got into a pace I knew I could hold with the intent of a negative split. I think I pulled that off, but he did not fade or didn't fade enough for me to catch him. He ran a 46:29 which was way faster that I did. 
I am actually quite please really. I ran a good time for my fitness level. My pace is picking up after all of the triathlon training that seemed to slow my running pace. And, I am happy to see Keith doing so well.

November 6, 2010: Birmingham, AL Vulcan Run
	Distance:	6.2 Miles
	Time:	50:05
	Heart Rate:	164
	Pace:	8:01
	Weather:	Clear Temperature-33° Humidity-89%

The Route: