Amid lousy weather conditions (gusty winds, constant rain, and high 40’s temps), I completed the Philly Hot Chocolate 15K this morning. Finishers received a medal and a nice plastic “mug” complete with hot chocolate, chocolate fondue, and dippers. The only downside (from the weather) was getting up at 4:30am so I could be in Philly, parked, and at the race start by 7am. I’m starting to feel it now. On the plus side, I managed to maintain a respectable 12:30 avg. pace throughout the race. Took the first mile a bit too fast, but evened out the rest of the way.
2016 Hot Chocolate Philadelphia 15K Finisher!