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@kchamber1956
Asheville, NC Raving since 2023 Active 11 months agoAbout Me
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| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result |
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| Run Oak Island (BAM! Race Series) | Half Marathon | Oak Island, NC | Feb 17, 2024 | 3:35:37 |
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Past Races (1)
| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result | My Raves | My Performance |
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| Run Oak Island (BAM! Race Series) | Half Marathon | Oak Island, NC | Feb 17, 2024 | 3:35:37 |
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Run Oak Island (BAM! Race Series)
Great fun!
Run Oak Island (BAM! Race Series)
The race was extremely well organized, from bib pickup to post-race goodies. I signed up for the “East” half marathon, which was to be finished in 3:30 or sooner. I … MORE
The race was extremely well organized, from bib pickup to post-race goodies.
I signed up for the “East” half marathon, which was to be finished in 3:30 or sooner. I felt prepared, and couldn’t have asked for better conditions – low 50s to start, overcast, and a steady breeze off the ocean. I was going for a recent PB – I hadn’t run an organized race since 2012 – but I developed severe lower back pain over the last 3.1 miles that made for an agonizing finish. I made it, but my son, who finished well ahead of me, met me at the 13-mile mark and we crossed the finish line together, after which I collapsed into his arms. He had to help me get to a place where I could sit, but, amazingly, after a beer, banana, and barbecue, I was almost completely recovered.
There were plenty of volunteers who were knowledgeable and supportive, and my overall experience was 100% positive. The BAM – Big Ass Medal – is just that and my favorite since I began organized running in 1978.
I’ll be 68 this Friday and hope I’ll still be running when I’m 98. That’s the plan, anyway.☺️