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@jessicashehab
Northville, MI Raving since 2016 Boston Marathon finisher Active 3 years, 11 months agoAbout Me
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Personal Bests (1)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result |
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| Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Houston Half Marathon | Marathon | Houston, TX | 2013 | 3:23:01 |
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Past Races (12)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result | My Raves | My Performance |
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| California International Marathon (CIM) | Marathon | Folsom, CA | Dec 4, 2016 | 3:59:08 |
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| Cleveland Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Cleveland, OH | May 15, 2016 | 4:22:53 | ||
| Martian Invasion of Races | Marathon | Dearborn, MI | Apr 9, 2016 | 4:01:19 | ||
| Mesa Marathon | Marathon | Mesa, AZ | Feb 27, 2016 | 4:04:51 | ||
| Marine Corps Marathon | Marathon | Arlington, VA | 2013 | 3:52:46 | ||
| Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Houston Half Marathon | Marathon | Houston, TX | 2013 | 3:23:01 | ||
| Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Marathon | Chicago, IL | 2012 | 3:25:49 | ||
| Cleveland Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Cleveland, OH | 2012 | 3:33:49 | ||
| New York City Marathon | Marathon | Staten Island, NY | 2011 | 3:33:08 | ||
| Akron Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Akron, OH | 2011 | 3:40:56 | ||
| Boston Marathon | Marathon | Hopkinton, MA | 2011 | 3:35:19 | ||
| Detroit Free Press Marathon | Marathon | Detroit, MI | 2010 | 3:31:14 |
California International Marathon (CIM)
California conquered!
California International Marathon (CIM)
I chose this marathon because it's consistently rated one of the best and it didn't disappoint. The "how to run CIM" panel at the expo was valuable, the pacers were … MORE
I chose this marathon because it’s consistently rated one of the best and it didn’t disappoint. The “how to run CIM” panel at the expo was valuable, the pacers were awesome – they ran steady, offered lots of friendly conversation, and because they knew the course inside/out, they gave good advice. I ran near the 3:58 pacers for most of the race, but I heard compliments about several pace teams. I don’t know what the size of the other pace teams were, but 3:58 was a large group! So, if you want the freedom to surge, get in front of this group because once they’re moving it’s a herd of people. The course had plenty of aid stations, but if you’re looking for a PR or BQ, carry your own water so you can avoid the first few stations (congestion).
The medals are big! The finish is awesome in front of the capitol and I enjoyed having separate finish lines for men & women. Take time to familiarize yourself with the finish area prior to race day. As you approach mile 26, there is a randomly placed arch over the road (Mazda ad, I think?). This is not mile 26 and it is not the finish line. Prepare to keep running! You turn left shortly after passing this and then another quick left if you’re female. THEN you will see the finish line and the capitol. I thought the medical staff was very attentive, looking at runners as they came in and making sure we were OK. Much appreciated!
You must definitely train & prepare for rolling hills for more than half of the race, but I didn’t mind them. I think my legs didn’t fatigue as quickly because different muscles were working. I held back my pace as recommended, and it worked. I did not crash & burn! The last 3-4 miles were hard, but that’s how marathons go.
I paid extra for the VIP program and I wouldn’t hesitate to do that again. VIP included pasta dinner, post-race brunch, coach busses, a heated tent at the start, and most importantly: our own private row of port-a-potties with minimal waiting. I also got several goodies: a CIM hat, socks, and a spibelt. Plus, I met many great runners from all over the world.