Bdubs wrote:
... I just mentally lost it completely and decided to finish the half. For now, the race corroborated why I have avoided marathons for fifteen years. I enjoyed some of the training, but I just don't see another one in my future.
Bdubs -- Sorry about the disappointing race. Spring marathons are always difficult for those of us in the northern climes. The training is so tough through the months of cold and darkness, then no acclimation when the weather turns warm. In the end, though, bailing early kept you from getting too beat up, and you've got the fitness now to enjoy some fun and fast summer races. Looking forward to some happier race reports from you!