Back to the pain

So Hare and I did the Harbourfront run today in Toronto. I did the half (2;21 -- a little slower than last year) and she did the full (3:35).

Do the math. She is much faster than me.

I knew last night I wasn't going to beat last year's time when I went to Tim Hortons to get my pre-race breakfast.

They had no dutchies or apple fritters so I was forced to substitute with timbits and regular donuts. I regret not just going to a different Tims. It's bad mojo not having 3 or 4 dutchies before a big run.

Years ago, we were at an out of town event and staying at a hotel. I forgoed my Tims breakfast because I was cheap. The hotel had included a breakfast with the room so I had that. Meh coffee, a bagel, and some fruit. I had a crappy run that year and felt nausous during part of the run.

Big Rule for Serious Runners: Don't mess with your routine on race day. Don't try anything new.