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Level 35 completed. 

Thanks for the memories ❤️
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Project 13.1 Half Marathon - But, What If? 1:15:42, 5:46 average pace

What if you stand out? What if you embarrass yourself? What if you come in last place? 

But, 

What if you don’t? 

What if you succeed? What if you excel? What if your community roots for you regardless?

The night before the race I went out to dinner with fast friends and we discussed all things running. The conversation eventually led to our plans and predictions for race day. For a brief moment the spotlight turned to me. 

It’s one thing for people to support you in passing and say quickly “yeah yeah yeah, you got this bro, don’t even worry about it. Next topic.” It’s another thing for them to take a moment and tell you, with belief and a special something in their eye, that they look forward to the surprise you may have in store tomorrow, in light of the work that’s been put in over the winter. It was the boost I didn’t know I needed.

The next day, all of us lined up in the fog and prepared for what was to come. I stayed in the back, prepared to run my own race. The talking stopped. All eyes were forward. The gun went off. 

What happened over the next 13 miles was a journey involving calculated risks, controlled inner peace, faith, support, and finally confidence.

I found a pack and ran with them the whole way. At mile 12 the pacer told me “if you want it, it’s yours, but you have to go now, not later. Go now.” I wanted it. 

My PR was 1hr18mins. The goal was 1:16:50. The final outcome was 1:15:42 (5:46 avg pace).

I considered not posting all of this, however if there’s anyone out there who feels the same at times, just know you are not alone with it and you can overcome it. 

Let’s prepare for it. Let’s go for it. Let’s surprise ourselves.

Couldn’t have done this without my @coachmedinanyc family, @team_wepa_nyc, and the fellas. Love you : )
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♾️2026…SO FAR…

♾️LOVE is LOVE♾️

📸 1&2  @guillermohromani 
📸🎥 5&6 @siedemkwf 
📸🎥 8,9, &10 @elliewindham 
📸 12 @anabellsosa 

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#nycrunning 
#newyorkcityrunning
#teamwepanyc 
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No pares, sigue sigue ! 

Sorry im late but we partied too hard 25 we forgot it was already 26 😂 

Here’s to more miles & smiles 26

& to Alex 🕊️
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a few faves from this yr ❣️
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