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Kathryn Haller
2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon
Published: Sept. 13, 2015, 8:08 a.m. 
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Overall Rating
5/5 Stars
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Describe your race day.
This was was great! It was my second marathon. My first was two years ago where I was thankful to make it to the finish line in 5:30. I said I'd never run another marathon. I finished in 3:49 yesterday! I couldn't believe this course helped me cut 101 minutes off my PR! The course was beautiful and the volunteeres were great. I'm glad there were aid stations every 2 miles, definitely helped me keep hydrated at a higher altitude. The pacers were great! I ran either the 4 hour and 3:55 groups and they were so motivating. I was starting to hit a wall during miles 22-23 and the 3:55 pacers were so motivating :) they encouraged me to keep going and make it to the finish line ahead of them.
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Did you PR?
Yes! Dropped 101 minutes off my race! Didn't qualify for Boston, but I'm planning to come back next year and give it a shot!
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How would you describe the course?
18 miles in the canyon with georgeous views! I've run a half in the Rocky and Teton Mountains, but this race was definitely one of the prettiest courses I've run.
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Tell us about your training.
I only averaged 33 miles per week during my 15 week training plan. During long runs (18-22) I just focused on getting through the miles and didn't worry about going quickly. I also did some cross training - road cycling and hiking. I think the cross training and low mileage helped me to stay unhurt during my training.
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What advice would you give future runners?
Bring a coat! I lucked out since it was warm this year, but next year I'll definitely back my puffy to wear before the race.
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What fun things did you do in the area before or after the race?
I drove down mirror lake scenic bi way Friday and it was so pretty! Great way to see the beautiful scenery in Utah without tiring out my legs before race day.
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