Race Review - Hills of Milltown 5k Challenge 2012

This morning was the Hills of Milltown 5k Challnge - a very, very tough and hilly 5k (actual distance 3.48 miles)This was one of the harder 5ks I have run and also one of the must scenic. Winding straight up hill from the start with a steady climb for the first 1.5 miles or so before we really got any downhill action going in - made for a tough beginning. Not much of a warm up for me before hand and heavy legs due to this weeks training made it a slow beginning. Good thing it was pretty. I did manage a 7:05 for the last mile so it ended on a high note for me. It was a great atmosphere and for another wonderful cause - benifiting Blossoms Of Hope in support of the Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center at Howard Ct. General Hospital. With a fun supporting crowd, good friends there running and volunteering (thanks Judith) it was the perfect way to start the weekend. Running with Dr. Randy really makes me realize how much speed work needs to be done (for me - not him. He doesn't need to get any faster)but I think on fresh legs and flat(er) course I have a sub 22:00 in me this year. I'll take that and be happy. Matt ran a nice race, focusing on being loose and relaxed and letting the time take care of itself. He's in for Triple Crown next week as well so this race should build some confidence and keep him on track. Supossedly there was a weightlifter running the race who complained about a speedy bald guy passing him. Don't know anything about that - I have some hair. (Say hi next time Jordan!) A big thanks to all the sponors who made this happen and to Phil Lange and Bulleyes Running for organizing the event. Bullseye Running has put on some really great events this year with more to come so check them out and come out and run! Thanks for reading!