Day 2 of state. The 3200 was very first and I had more time for a warm up. I ran 2 miles shake out then 2 miles warm up. The 3200 has been my stronger race even though I don't like running the 8 laps. I felt much more confident going into this race and knew I had a state record in my name to defend. I took the lead at the beginning and went out fast, trying to set a new record. But I definitely was not as fresh or rested as BYU invite. I gapped the group pretty well, but it was hard for me to push alone. My 1600 was 5:12, slower than I wanted. I tried to pick it up, but I was stuck in a slower pace. The last 1,000 my team started yelling that a girl in the group was making a move and broke from the group. That's when I remembered to race- no matter how far ahead I was, I had no idea how strong they were coming. I finished first with a 10:31. My legs were killing me, but I finally a state title and my record still remained. I never thought I could be first in state in any event! I ran a cool down then sat around all afternoon until the 800. This was my first time this season racing the 800. I have never really liked it but I haven't raced it that much. I had a horrible start, but finished 4th with a new PR of 2:18. I was relieved to be done with state- I was so nervous for my races but happy with how I did. | 