I ran a half marathon today in Xela. It is THE race in Xela and runners come from all over the western hemisphere to run it although 95% are from Guatemala . Xela being at 7000 feet created a bit of a challenge for me and my time was far from my best. In fact it was one of my worst, but I had a great time. About 4000 ran it officially with maNY "Banditios". Running here as well in many third world counties present unique problems such as virtually no portátpotties at the start or finish. Don't ask what most people do. Water on the course can also problematic as people would not drink it in cups due to fear that it may be contaminated , so the water comes in individual plastic bags that you break open to drink. This race was the best organized that I have been in a third world county and even had electronic timing and mats every two miles. The crowds were great and the event was broadcast on the local radio station . God Bless Dani who ran it with me and paid for the shuttle ride back. The photo is Dani, the father in house where I am staying .
Congratulations for making it!
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