#discoverouterspaces

#running to #discoverouterspaces in the new @on_running #cloudrock #waterproof 2 i like to explore and hike on #trails even in cold and wet conditions, so this comfortable waterproof hiking shoe really appeals to me @on_running #runonclouds #onroc #onruncrew #linkinbio photo and thanks @swimjayrun (at NoHo) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkbnK8evv07/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

IRONMAN WACO 2022 Run Leg (26 miles = 42 km) As much as I want to do a quick transition, I can't. My energy was depleted in the bike leg. So, i took my time, wore my @on_running socks and shoes, the cloudboom echo, and checked my watch to see much how much time i have left before the cut off. It is almost 6pm. My cut off time is 1:04 am. At this state , I can't do a run. I would just do my usual post to post walk-jog combo. So, off i go. I was just walking the first 2 miles but after snacking the potato chips and coke in the aid station, i kind of got back at the present moment, and i was able to do my run-walk strategy. At this point, I was already catching up to those who were in front of me. My pace is slow. Its survival of whatever you have. I was feeling good until i hit the wall in between mile 12 and 13. I was in zombie mode. I was walking with eyes closed. I BONKED!!!! AGAIN!!! 😬😬😬 SO, i made the decision to take a break. I sat down on the bridge, closed my eyes and bowed down my head. I had a power nap for 20 minutes. This was from 9:11 to 9:31 pm. I am used to power naps as i work night shifts as a nurse and after the nap, i would be renewed. So, i took the gamble and It paid off. I felt refreshed when i woke up. Checked my watch, i have almost 3 hours and 30 mins to complete 13.5 miles. So now, there is pressure. I see athletes walking but there is a sense of urgency. Everyone is hurrying to meet the cut off. I went to an aid station, took my @surphyto Pills and off im back at it. On the 16th mile, my battery died. Im running blind now. I have no way to check the time. I just kept on chasing the other runners in front of me. On mile 20-25, i saw runners in agony, cramping and barely can make a step, but they are still pushing. It was inspiring!!! I talked to them and everyone was encouraging everyone. I offered my @baseperformance salt to some who cramped up. Finally, as I was about to go up the bridge for the finish line i cant help but feel the sigh of relief. I finished the race with a total time of 16 hours and 35 mins. 25 minutes before the cut off. This was painful and its worth it! #onroc #discoverouterspaces @on_running_nation (at Waco, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj4Yz_3raK_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=