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Nice morning, slightly cooler than it has been recently here. Most of the course was in parks that I regularly include in my long runs, so that was nice. After the start I really made an effort to keep my pace down. Mixed results there. Felt pretty good for the first half. Took a gu and brief walk at the half way mark. I think I can, I think I can, I think I can...

So I'm doing my first half marathon in October with a friend. The Runner's World half marathon plan for beginners looks about right for me, so I think I'm set there. I think I can, I think I can, I think I can...

Had a great race today. More than just a personal best run time. I enjoyed being part of something much bigger than one person. 13.1 miles in 1:38:24.

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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