18 miles Long Run in 2:22:43 (7:55/mi, avg HR 151). A hilly long run today. Ran portions on some logging roads in the area, with plenty of ups and downs, such that by mile 13 my legs were feeling more worn out that they were at mile 18 last week. Decided to avoid clock watching again, and went by feel, which meant that my early pace was somewhat more aggressive than normal, making it a bit harder to hold when my legs started straining. Still, it was pleasant, with some mild rain ensuring the roads were wet, not icy; an elk herd encounter where I had them running alongside for a good 500 m or so before they decided to cross the trail ahead of me (a brief pause on my part to let them and not get trampled); and exploring some countryside I hadn't seen recently, including the back half of our property on the other side of the little river that runs through our property. All in all, a good running day. Brooks Adrenaline (Blue) - 458.5 miles.
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