Summer Breeze 10K

I ran my third race today (first was a half marathon, then a 5K).  I signed up for Brazen Racing's Summer Breeze 10K in San Leandro.  This race fit in perfectly with my next half marathon training plan and it was close by to home so I figured it would be a great race for me.  Mike and the boys came along for support. 

The boys were happy to see there was a playground near the start/finish line so that kept them entertained while we waited for the race to begin. 


It was a cool, overcast day which I think is perfect for running.  I was a little chilly in a tank top prior to beginning the run but once I started running I was perfect. Mike caught a picture of me as the race began. 

The course was an out and back.  The first part I felt really good.  I was hoping to run negative splits and to keep my first 3 miles around 11:30 but I ended up running the first mile a minute faster.  I struggled a bit around miles 3-4 but kicked it into gear when I realized I might make my first goal of completing it in 1:07. 

As I came upon the last quarter mile I spotted the boys.  I loved seeing them running out to me to give me a high five. 
 

It totally boosted my spirits and helped me finish in 1:07 which was my premium goal time.  It's definitely a time I'd like to beat in the future (sub hour is a hope of mine) but it felt good to set a goal and to meet it.  I look forward to signing up for another one and seeing what I can do after I start incorporating some speed work.

Loved the hugs from Lucas and Evan after I finished.

They loved the spread of food Brazen puts out for their runners!  I was amazed at all of the yummy treats!  We didn't stay long.  I double booked us this morning and we had to head off to Fairyland to see The Cat in the Hat so I grabbed food and headed straight to the car.
 
I'll definitely do another Brazen Race in the future.  Great course, easy packet pick up, awesome food for the runners, and a great medal too!