I ran another Peachtree 10K after missing it for a few years because of COVID. It was back to normal this year with large crowds, jets flying overhead, the huge flag, and typical Georgia July 4th weather (hot!). I was in section E and started at 7:20 a.m. The temperature was in the low to mid 70s but with the high humidity it felt brutal. They changed the risk code from orange to red midway through the race after I was already done. I just wanted to run a steady race and not overheat. I stopped at most the water stations for a quick drink and to dump a cup on my head, and still managed to average about a 9 min/mile pace. I was pretty happy with that in those conditions (and I haven't been running as much as I used to).
I tried some new running shoes from Allbirds called Tree flyers I believe. They make super comfortable environmentally friendly shoes and I have several pairs but they just started adding running shoes to their lineup in the last couple years and this is my first pair. My left Achilles has been tender for weeks and I'm hoping some new shoes help. These shoes were not cheap, and they are kind of weird looking, but they are super comfortable and I think the lightest shoe I've ever worn. I only wore them one time for a short 3 mile run before race day but they felt great and didn't need any time to break in. Let's see how long they last.
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Took photo of new shoes while waiting for Mart train
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Some folks get into the 4th and dress up. A nice Captain America sighting.
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Approaching the starting line.
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Pre-start selfie. Really appreciate the smile from the woman behind me LOL.
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Post race beer in the in the Atlanta Track Club members only post race social.
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I really missed this race and I guess races in general. I hadn't signed up for any races for a long time and forgot how much i enjoy the event. There is something special about being together with so many people who love to run. I hope this inspires me to sign up for a couple a year. I definitely need to sign up the the local Run the Reagan race again. Happy 4th!
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