90 minute Thirds Progression run (11.62 mi, 7:44/mi avg pace, avg HR
155). First third 3.53 mi (8:30/mi avg pace), second third 3.83
(7:49/mi avg pace, avg HR 153), last third 4.26 mi (7:02/mi avg pace,
avg HR 169), followed by 2 Miles Easy cooldown in 15:41 (7:51/mi avg pace, avg HR 156). Ran three out and back segments (uphill outbound, downhill return) with
gradually increasing pace throughout each. I thought the return of rain would bring wetter but better traction but instead I encountered slippery conditions throughout. I'm sure pace would been better on the second and last third without having to deal with treacherous footing, but it was what it was. Overall, felt like a great run, and finished feeling like form was fantastic and I could kept going. Decided to cool down with an easy 2 miles after the progression run was done. Both progression runs so far have been workouts where I've felt great and have been real confidence boosters, although I do feel a bit guilty about the mileage not being high enough on long run day. Brooks Adrenaline (Blue) - 485 miles. | 