I was extremely nervous for my first marathon. I wasn't really sure how to approach it. I knew that I was in good 10k shape, but it was clear that Logan Fielding was the favorite. So I decided to stick with the leaders through 21 miles. I tucked in behind Logan and he pulled us through the first 10 miles, then it hit me. I needed to go pee. I hoped there would be an outhouse at mile 11, but no luck, so shortly before mile 12 I told Logan that I was going to surge ahead to get to the portapotties at the half mark. I built up a 10-15 second lead, and it only took a minute, in and out. (Yeah, I got some funny looks from the spectators.) By now I was a long way behind Logan, so I went to work hard the next 1.5 miles. I caught Logan up the hill before mile 15. When we topped the hill it was obvious that something wasn't right with Logan. He had a major side ache. Our pace slowed for several miles, we didn't even pick it up very much when we started going down the canyon. I felt bad for Logan and stuck with him until mile 21. At that point I shifted back into race pace, and Logan had his hamstring go out on him. It was clear by the time that I got out of the canyon that I was going to win. I told Trevor Ball that I felt like I could race a 5k right then. I enjoyed the feeling, and hoped that my body would continue feeling that good, it did. And that is the story of my first marathon. I was greatful for the advise and running of Sasha, Logan, Paul and Trevor Ball. You guys made all the difference. Thanks
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