Zen and RRH - you're both right. I talked to my coach about the race, and he said that I need to stop talking to myself - or at least listening to myself

I do think I was doomed from the start mentally, and that was probably 75% of my issue in the race. I didn't THINK that I would be able to hang in, and I didn't. I need to become more confident in my ability. Of course, all of this is MUCH easier said than done .

Anyone have some good mental tips for me????

SheFly