suicide pace

Definition

Starting a race or workout at an unsustainably fast speed that feels great for about three minutes before your body stages a full rebellion. The athletic equivalent of financial irresponsibility.

Example Usage

Todd went out at suicide pace on the 10K, leading the pack for the first mile before completely imploding and walking the last two.

Origin

Distance running terminology for dangerously fast early pacing

Fun Fact

Even Olympians sometimes fall victim to suicide pace in championship races when adrenaline overrides their pacing plan.

Source: Distance running and racing terminology

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