Cranleigh

3:32

Horrible weather. Went through half-marathon at 2:06 and then on the last few miles the wheels came off a bit and went from sub-10min/mile to averaging 10min/mile for full distance.

I think I need to consult my guru for advice as I would have probably lasted the final 5 miles but it wouldn't have been pleasant I fear!

Interesting observation - the pace I'm runing means after the first 6 or 7 miles I tend to be in a pack of young lady atheletes; there are some compensations for being slow!

Another observation was being passed my male atheletes at about 14 miles. At first I thought they were adopting some negative split race strategy only to realise that they were actually doing a final sprint to complete 21 miles when I was just finishing my first lap!

I nearly burst out laughing when I got passed by a guy in matching yellow fluorescent vest and shoes, black cycle shorts and "Paul Radcliffe-style" knee high white socks. Still fair play to him, he was seriously moving and I guess if you turn out in that kind of gear you'd better be good.

Will enjoy a gentle sauna tonight before reflecting on the final hard week.