AM - It was super windy this morning, with gusts up to what I am guessing at 30 mph if not more. Miles 1 and 4 really took quite a bit out of me, as I was running directly into the wind. Still felt good to get out. Total time for the run was 40:37, average pace of about 8:07/mile. Last mile was the fastest, as I was getting pushed from behind by the wind. Will try to get in a few more miles this evening to get my total up a bit higher. With my body finally feeling 100%, I am ready to start working up towards 60 miles/week. This week I will be shooting for 40, and will slowly work my way up from there.
PM - 0.65 miles with my youngest two, then 3 miles later on. No wind to speak of, my legs were feeling frisky. Slowly warmed up, starting at around 8:45/mile pace, gradually built up to MP by the end of the first mile. Ran the second mile in 7:15. Felt a little bit strained, but not too difficult. Slowed down a bit for the third mile, 7:26. This felt much easier than the second, but I am still counting this as MP. Got home, cooled down and stretched out. Feeling pretty good. Tomorrow will be an easy day. |