[juliemboyle]

<p>So, I just got back from vacation for 9 days in FL where I ran only 4X and for only 3.5 miles.  It was so hot & himid that was about all I could muster.  Last long run was 12 miles and it will be 2 weeks out on race day.</p>
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<p>Now, the training for this has gone pretty well, although I haven't done any specific tempo work this time, but did add a med long run midweek.  I am not expecting a PR, I have given myself persmission to just have fun on this race and enjoy the day.............so if that is what I have in mind, why do I feel a little panicky?  Oh and this is the 4th time I've done this race and it's always the same weekend and I always go on vacation the same time and ran what I usually do.............basically it works out to be about a 2 week taper..........I am rambling..........</p>

 

[hobey]

<p>Deep breaths, girl, deep breaths. You've done the work and the hay is in the barn. Trust your training and it will get you to the finish line smiling and strong. You're feeling panicky for the same reasons all of us feel panicky before a race we are explicitly training for. I could have written this exact post last Monday, well except for the vacation bit.</p>
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<p>You will rock the race!</p>

 

[cak73]

<p>Sounds to me like you're good to go.</p>
<p>Rock it!</p>

 

[Yo Sake]

<p>Enjoy recovering from the vacation   You will be fine - you've put the work in!   </p>
<p>You are 5 days away - If you feel nervous, go for an easy short run with some pickups - you will feel better. </p>
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<p>You Are Ready!</p>

 

[Muffin Queen]

<p>Are you running Big Lake Half on Saturday? </p>
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<p>Your body still has that 12 mile run in it and it won't let you down.  My coach always says this to me and I had a hard time believing him until it worked and now I remind myself of that on the regular. </p>

 

[juliemboyle]

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Yes, it's my 4th Big Lake and I can't wait, it's the 10 year anniversary and they are going to have a bunch of bands, etc etc.  I went for a 4 miler last night and I am feeling a little better.  Will be doing another run tonight...........thanks everyone!<br>
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<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>Muffin Queen</strong> <a href="/forum/thread/73687/slightly-freaking-out-about-my-half-saturday#post_1997580"><img alt="View Post" class="inlineimg" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" style="border-bottom:0px solid;border-left:0px solid;border-top:0px solid;border-right:0px solid;"></a><br><br><p>Are you running Big Lake Half on Saturday? </p>
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<p>Your body still has that 12 mile run in it and it won't let you down.  My coach always says this to me and I had a hard time believing him until it worked and now I remind myself of that on the regular. </p>
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[Tri-Tammy]

<p>You'll just be well rested Julie!  Have fun!!!!!!</p>

 

[Muffin Queen]

<p>Awesome Julie!  I am also running Big Lake.  It is my 2nd time running it.  The last time was in 2008. </p>

 

[Dougie Fresh]

<p>Lake!  Big Lake!</p>
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[juliemboyle]

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I will be wearing my LIT visor.  Don't know my bid number yet but I would love to say hello...............<br>
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<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>Muffin Queen</strong> <a href="/forum/thread/73687/slightly-freaking-out-about-my-half-saturday#post_1997661"><img alt="View Post" class="inlineimg" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" style="border-bottom:0px solid;border-left:0px solid;border-top:0px solid;border-right:0px solid;"></a><br><br><p>Awesome Julie!  I am also running Big Lake.  It is my 2nd time running it.  The last time was in 2008. </p>
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[Muffin Queen]

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I too would love to say hello.  I'll look for you.  I don't know my # yet either.  This is me and Daysman.  My hair is shorter now having donated 9 inches of it but I still look pretty much the same.</p>
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I will be wearing my LIT visor.  Don't know my bid number yet but I would love to say hello...............<br>
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[jenotter]

<p>Like Hobey said....deep breaths. You're sooooo ready for this. Go rock that course!!!</p>

 

[niemsco]

<p>Leave watch/gps at home.  It makes it much easier to have fun, and you'll probably run better.</p>

 

[juliemboyle]

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UM.....run a half without a watch?  I don't think that is possible!!!!</p>
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<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>niemsco</strong> <a href="/forum/thread/73687/slightly-freaking-out-about-my-half-saturday#post_1997922"><img alt="View Post" class="inlineimg" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" style="border-bottom:0px solid;border-left:0px solid;border-top:0px solid;border-right:0px solid;"></a><br><br><p>Leave watch/gps at home.  It makes it much easier to have fun, and you'll probably run better.</p>
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[em73]

<p>or run with the watch, but don't look at it.   that's what I do.</p>

 

[ksurp]

Julie - you will rock this! You have the training and the experience to have a great race. I was looking forward to seeing you and other LIT folk there but its a DNS for me due to hamstring issues. Of course the weather will be perfect if I'm at home. The only times I've done Big Lake is in the pouring rain and 40 degree temps.

 

[mrscoby78]

<p>Cripes!  You're gorgeous!</p>
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<p>Julie, take a deep breath.  Quit being a nut.  You're gonna be awesome.<br>
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I too would love to say hello.  I'll look for you.  I don't know my # yet either.  This is me and Daysman.  My hair is shorter now having donated 9 inches of it but I still look pretty much the same.</p>
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