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So i completed my first half marathon today. i have never run that far (previous being about 15k). i did it with my fiance which helped me a lot because i told her that i wanted to run with her. this forced me to slow down during the beginning of the race and cruise at her speed. we finished in just over 2 hours.

Hi all, I am running in the inaugural Rose Bowl Half Marathon in Pasadena this Saturday. I am excited about the race as the Arroyo Seco area the race is held in is very pretty and I grew up around here. It is a mix of roads and trails and should be interesting.

If you've been one of the many people getting out and completing their first event over the summer period, now is an excellent time to consider what to do next! Here are some simple tips to help complete a first Half Marathon, enjoy the experience, and get the t-shirt. Set Appropriate Goals