18 Miler

Okay, I ran 18 miles today in 2:35! That's an 8:36 pace which is one second off of my marathon goal pace. I ran the first 12 a little slower, then I picked it up for the last 6. I used my Camelback Lobo filled with Gu2o and it was the best investment! I was never too thirsty. I used only 2 Gu gel packs at mile 10 and 14, and drank water with them, but I think I could've used more Gu gel because I was getting a little tired. I'm so happy though. I've always thought the 18 miler was a bigger hurdle than the 20 miler. I still believe that. I'm doing 20 this weekend and God willing, it shouldn't be a problem. I'm going to aim for hitting 20 in about 2:50. We'll see.