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@yaomin-chen
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| Modesto Marathon | Marathon | Modesto, CA | Mar 11, 2018 |
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Modesto Marathon 🏆
Open agriculture field to embrace spring
Modesto Marathon 🏆
Throughout most of 2017 I was quite bothered by Achilles bursitis and plantar fasciitis. I signed up for Modesto 2017 but had to change to the half marathon one week … MORE
Throughout most of 2017 I was quite bothered by Achilles bursitis and plantar fasciitis. I signed up for Modesto 2017 but had to change to the half marathon one week before the race. It has always been on my mind that I need to complete this race. Finally this year I got to do it but I was not in my best shape in terms of training (still bothered by the bursitis somewhat). But since the temperature on the race day is the right, not too high, and the course is flat so I decided to give it a try. And I am glad that I made the decision.
Definitely not my best performance, as I tried not to re-injure myself. I decided to enjoy the scenery and the cheering crowd. Oh boy I opened my senses and enjoyed the view of the wide open field, quite a contrast to the busy and crowded landscape of the Bay Area where I am from. I also feel the genuine hospitality of the local folks and students working at the aid stations.
I feel the event is very well organized, definitely no complaint. I appreciate the often sight of medical staff who checked back and forth along the course to see if anyone needs help. It gave me great peace of mind as I was not sure whether I would be able to finish the 26 miles when I started.
The trial KT tape given as part of race packet was very helpful. I used it to secure my Achilles tendon area and it worked perfectly.
Will I come back to run again? Definitely. The course, scenery and people that I met have helped my mood quite a bit. It lifted my spirit (yeah I am back in marathon!) . Since the course is flat, I also want to set a PR here one day.