I then got to spend some quality time at the expo with the great folks at CEP! I even picked up a new pair of socks for race day; #BOOM!
Pre-Swim, I did my typical breathing routine, swam about a 1500 and tried to get in a little conversation with some folks. Everyone was really nice, there was zero nervous energy and everyone just wanted everyone else to have a great day!
Then it was 'on like donkey kong' and Ben Kanute did an amazing job pace setting and pushing the group all day long.
Those first 3-5 miles were rough as I could feel my leg immediately swelling up and bruising. I wasn't sure if I could even go on but I kept on telling myself: "I'm okay, Give me five."
While it didn't feel like rainbows and butterflies, it sure was pretty running through Old San Juan and up to the fort.
Even with a big deficit after those first 3-5 miles; I was able to fight my way back to 2nd place which felt really good.
And I was rewarded at the finish line with celebrations, smiles and hugs from the volunteers, racers and all of the AP Racing Athletes!
I don't know what I am saying but I am sure it was brilliant.
Post race- I had the privilege to spend about 2 hours handing out medals and chatting with all of the finishers! There were laughs, tears and smiles had by all!
And here are some media stats for the 2 week period surrounding the race
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