11/29/2025
Today I did the 5 mile race at the ODO Gobbler Run & Ruck. No award this time except for the satisfaction of a job well done and a bowl of homemade chili which was quite good! I’ve not been super impressed with post race food overall so this was a nice surprise.
This course was challenging because there were some tough hills at the very beginning and at the very end. The middle part had some small hills but was mostly smooth sailing. They also started a bit late and it was cold so the muscles needed a few minutes to get warmed up. It was a very scenic run…If they did this race earlier in the fall it would be perfect. 👌🏻
I came in 37th out of 83 overall and 6 out of 20 in my age division. I’m really happy with that placement. The 2 races I did win had a very small group in my age division but this one had significantly more. I think I performed well given the fact that it’s only my 4th race.
I think this is the last race for a little while…at least for this year. I am not sure when my next one will be but I have my eye on some options. I’m going to miss it but I’ll be back soon 💪🏻.