morning - 8 Green Springs. Chilly morning, but a decent run. Then took the dog around the neighborhood. (Cumulus blue 495.65) afternoon
- 10.5 3xCemetery miles. Warmed up with 5 on Dogpound and wasn't too
excited for the workout, but the time had come. I kind of wanted to
see what my speed level was at as compared to last year. I think the
fastest mile I had on this course was 5:19, so I set out with that as
my goal. 1-5:19, got it right on. Breathing was hard, but it felt
like I had more in me. 2-5:29, I thought I was going quicker than the
first, but when I checked my watch at my first check point I was
already 5 seconds back. 3-5:29, Figured I should try to not let the
last one slip below 5:30. Started it harder, but lost more on the
hill. After the 2nd and 3rd I thought for sure I was going to lose it,
but the 60 sec. recovery jog helped me chill it a little. Cooled down
with 2 miles around town. Workout was pretty solid: matched my fastest
time and I don't think I have ever done 3+ under 5:30. But I did want
those bars from the treadmill - like I had the last few interval
workouts - when I got real tired. Next time I'll be a little stronger
on the end. (Stratus Black 107.25) addendum - 1/29/08 5:10, 2/12/08 5:17; 2/12/08 3 under 5:30 (still not a bad set today) | 