Being good enough isn't good enough anymore: Fall Classic 10km race

Got my first race in BC under my belt, and probably my last race of 2012... unless we count the brick this weekend as part of the UBC triathlon clubs fall classic.

Anyways, the fall classic race is held on UBC grounds and features a half or 10km.  Since I"ve never done a legit running race I opted for the 10km.  Was kinda feeling sick the day of the race so it wasn't a great start, it was cold and a bit rainy but the weather wasn't too bad. 

Not much to report for a running race.  I had my heart rate strap on with the timer going so I could ball park my speed.  My goal was to come in under 45 minutes. 

I ran as hard as I could on the way out and at the turn around point I was at 22:12, on pace for the 45.... but the return run was more uphill and I just couldn't quite keep it up.  I was actually disspointed with my official 46:22 finish.... which is kinda crazy now that I think about it, since I never would have imagined finishing this fast. 

I came in 96th overall, 13/127 age and 27/507 women....so I really can't complain.  My running has improved so much and I'm looking forward to my first half marathon this spring in preparation for 70.3.