I almost had a full workout at pace. I had 6 miles of tempo planned (3 miles, 3x1miles w/ 1:00 rest per mile). Started a little later in the evening to let things cool off, and it got to around 80 degrees with the usual humidity. First 3 were great, I went 16:02 (5:19, 5:22, 5:20), then turned around for the final 3x1 and found myself with a stiff headwind--10-15mph steady. 5:21 for the next one but then I was spent. Last two in 5:40, 5:36. I'm getting there.
I have to say the heat seems to do more than slow down my paces. I've had considerably greater muscle soreness and fatigue as well. I didn't expect that. I hydrate constantly (I feel like all I do between runs is drink water). I feel like in some senses I'm starting over from the beginning in my training.
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