I wasn't sure if today was going to be a running day. My calves and hams are still very tight from my speedwork last wednesday. I just figured I would run until I couldn't stands the pain anymore. I first hit one of my easy loops. Everything seemed okay so I ventured onto my next favorite and longer running loop. Had to stop to fix my toes on the right foot. I pulled my sock on too tight and the two middle toes were rubbing holes in each other. The pain went away after I made a better adjustment to the sock. The blood will leave a stain in my new shoes. The mark of battle wounds!!!
After I finished my second loop, I figured I would keep going since 11 miles is hardly a long run. I did a wide course around the neighborhood and ended at 13.5 miles with a time of 1:53:47 (8:25 pace). Not bad for tight muscles! I need to run a half marathon race. I think I can show a significant improvement from my last PR (1:48). My last half was in November 08 at the Snow Cyn Half. I threw-up at the finish line... heehee!!
I will try to get out later today on the bike. The weather in St George lately has been unseasonable cool for this time of year... YEAH!!! | 