2:02:48 (1:05:29/57:18 - I can get splits for the last 6 miles of this run (because there are mile markers: 8:23 for 2 miles, 8:15, 8:11, 7:53, 7:25). I took an accidental detour on the way out (I turned the wrong way on one of the trails -- not paying attention, so it was probably longer than 7 miles, I was averaging about 9:00-9:05 the first 3 miles). I was pretty happy to see my "unintentional progression run" - it was very hot today, temps were 82F/75% -and very sunny - at the start at 6:45 and when I finished it was 91F - thankfully with much lower humidity 49%). I wasn't trying to run fast on the way back, I mainly just wanted to keep a solid effort and not "slog" -- I was happy to see no slogging. Two more months and this same effort will likely produce much faster results (it won't be cooling down for at least 8 more weeks -- sigh). ANYWAY. I was right about my legs, I had much less pain, but they were just not responsive, it took forever (well, 4 miles) to warm up. Once I did warm up I felt oh so much better "leg-wise".
I hope you are all having a wonderful relaxing, enjoyable Sunday with your families!
I think I got into the Houston marathon, I have not received the official confirmation (they were supposed to let us know by the 17th) but they charged my credit card today ... hmmm. I guess I see some high miles in my future again.
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