BILLINGS- In his first marathon, Robert Peterson wowed the gang on the Queen Bee Montana Marathon, ending first in 2:36:13.42.
“I really feel like I might’ve ran sooner, I hit a little bit of a wall at about 21 miles, after which it was arduous, there was a head wind the primary ten miles which was irritating however received via it,” Peterson stated.
Peterson is a graduate of Billings Skyview in 2011, and a former standout runner at MSU-Billings. He stated he is making an attempt to work again into aggressive operating and Sunday was his first marathon.
“Your legs really feel like Jell-O,” he stated afterwards.
Peterson is essentially the most adorned runners in Yellowjackets cross nation historical past, and was inducted into the MSUB Corridor of Fame this 12 months. At MSUB, Peterson earned a spot within the NCAA nationwide meet thrice. He’s the MSUB file holder within the 10k and 8k. He additionally owns the indoor college information within the miles and 3000 meters and is a four-time convention champion.
“It is all the time enjoyable getting on the market and racing and pushing your physique to the bounds, it is one thing I undoubtedly miss doing however having all my help was superior too,” Peterson stated surrounded by family and friends.
The marathon was a Boston qualifier and Peterson stated he hopes to run within the Boston Marathon subsequent 12 months.
64 runners participated within the marathon portion of the Queen Bee operating occasion.
Peterson was operating with a 5:58 tempo and completed forward of Billings native Jake Iverson and Powell, WY native David Holland.
The highest feminine finisher within the marathon was Lauren Zent of Billings adopted by Jillian Hust.
The 406 Race Collection turned the brand new residence of the Montana Marathon and this 12 months and helps YMCA youth applications. It additionally accepts donations via registration to help the Yellowstone Valley Beekeepers Affiliation.
You’ll be able to view full outcomes right here.
