tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post6837237038405397023..comments2023-09-17T03:37:04.931-04:00Comments on Maine Runner: Big, Fat DNFJamie Andersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09819417283043630893noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-29272709723847487042007-02-26T17:54:00.000-05:002007-02-26T17:54:00.000-05:00I'm proud of you for getting out there and giving ...I'm proud of you for getting out there and giving it a go. Sorry it didn't work out for you. I'm not worried though - I know you will BQ soon.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-60203439038345423442007-02-26T14:41:00.000-05:002007-02-26T14:41:00.000-05:00Wow. Sorry to hear about the DNF. I've only done t...Wow. Sorry to hear about the DNF. I've only done that once on a century ride, and it sucks. Even when you know it's the right thing to do otherwise you'll do yourself an injury. I applaud you for not doing something stupid.<BR/><BR/>Thirty-five, huh? I'll be 38 in April and running and cycling my way away from the cold, merciless clutches of age!<BR/><BR/>I'm sure you'll be back and stronger than ever on your next attempt.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03091443225229225892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-4907587408538378682007-02-26T05:22:00.000-05:002007-02-26T05:22:00.000-05:00Thanks for the support everyone. Definitely a goo...Thanks for the support everyone. Definitely a good learning experience, and hey, it seems that most runners who do marathons and ultramarathons on a regular basis (even those at a way higher level than I am) have a DNF, or even a few. Time to look forward.Jamie Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09819417283043630893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-62777263318353944772007-02-26T05:20:00.000-05:002007-02-26T05:20:00.000-05:00TC - Sorry I missed you as well, and sorry to hear...TC - Sorry I missed you as well, and sorry to hear about the Achilles. We'll definitely have to get together for a run sometime.Jamie Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09819417283043630893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-59195422360342557972007-02-25T22:46:00.000-05:002007-02-25T22:46:00.000-05:00Sorry I missed you Jamie. I also dropped out, desp...Sorry I missed you Jamie. I also dropped out, despite thinking my BQ attempt was a slam dunk. I was ahead of my goal until 9 miles. Then my nagging left Achilles injury raised its ugly head. I backed off, felt better, but bagged it just shy of mile 11. I agree, a DNF is not something you want to have happen. But then again, a serious injury would have been far worse.<BR/><BR/>Good luck and lets try to link up some time.<BR/><BR/>For me, I am going to get some long overdue biking in, left the Achilles heal a bit longer, then spend some quality time on my running form. No more speed work.<BR/><BR/>Enjoy!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-83178529889357431332007-02-25T20:33:00.000-05:002007-02-25T20:33:00.000-05:00As you noted, deciding to up your MP only a month ...As you noted, deciding to up your MP only a month out from the race likely contributed to this. You have to develop a high tolerance for the pace - there's nowhere to hide when you're out there for that long.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-9125419960325748102007-02-25T20:28:00.000-05:002007-02-25T20:28:00.000-05:00I too was thinking about you on my long run today....I too was thinking about you on my long run today. Brave effort indeed.<BR/><BR/>This was a tough break - you were ready. This is the challenge of the marathon. You can do everything right and…. <BR/> <BR/>You have the determination and the ability. You will not be stopped.Michael Jay Dotsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10065386725504255382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-6441176207865445682007-02-25T19:48:00.000-05:002007-02-25T19:48:00.000-05:00Bummer Jamie! We were thinking about you on our lo...Bummer Jamie! We were thinking about you on our long run today and sending out good vibes. On the positive side, you went for it with no holds barred and will live to fight another day. It was a valiant attempt!Love2Runhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17862751632099235794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-90642742231610043962007-02-25T19:27:00.000-05:002007-02-25T19:27:00.000-05:00Jaime, Sorry to read this post. Your splits did s...Jaime, Sorry to read this post. Your splits did shock me at first as I didn't realize you were going for 3:00 but as you say, it was your decision to give it a try. And there is no reward for those that do not take risks.<BR/><BR/>DNF's are tough. I had one at Boston of all places the only time I ran it.<BR/><BR/>Well, we know you have speed and you have been running those hills around your house with amazing ease. I guess it means we need to figure out how to read the training so the right pace is selected from the start. That's the trouble with Boston and getting the first time BQ. So much rides on hitting the number that a DNF 'costs more' if you will. However, once you cross the line, you'll find hitting the BQ time from then on is the last thing on your mind.<BR/><BR/>Well, you came out uninjured and unscathed it appears. Just another long run as far as the body is concerned. When I DNF'd Boston at mile 23, I was amazed at how quickly I recuperated and ran a 3:03 two weeks later at Holyoke. It's those final miles in the marathon that chew you up I guess.<BR/><BR/>Well, keep on training. It's obvious you're in for sub 3:10 really soon.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03279497885714621045noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34544002.post-37884958030414749182007-02-25T19:26:00.000-05:002007-02-25T19:26:00.000-05:00Great to meet you! Those splits are fantastic and ...Great to meet you! <BR/><BR/>Those splits are fantastic and shows you will get that BQ and then some with the right training and racing.<BR/><BR/>BTW, I hear it's a real tough course, don't feel bad many others pulled out on this one.MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15349522832625529847noreply@blogger.com