I've started my taper for Chicago [Marathon]. I thought I'd run 33:30, so it's about what I expected. This was the first time that I've run in a masters only race.

For anyone training for a fall marathon, whether it be Columbus, Chicago, Detroit ... this is a great series for them to use throughout the spring, the summer and early fall to get them prepared for their marathon.

At the back of my mind, I was going for Priscilla Welch's world record [2:26:51], but I slowed down the last one or two miles.

My whole life isn't just involved with running. A good part of it, yeah. But my family is a big part and most important. That is why I can't do as much miles as the other girls do, because I'm on the go all the time.

You know [the masters record] is hovering at the back of the mind. We'll see how things are going after the first few miles. If I feel good, maybe.

I don't have the speed Blake has.