5 mile tempo today. Wanted to hit 6:10 for the first two miles, 6:05 for the second 2 and, 6:00 for the last for a goal of 30:30. Didn't quite turn out that way though and my half marathon plans for the end of the season may be in jeopardy. I will try my scheduled 6 mile tempo on friday but if i repeat today then i prolly wont run the half. I believe my legs are just worn out and need a break before gearing up for spring. The cold and wind may have played a factor too as I am not used to the weather change yet. Here are my splits from my tempo: 1- 5:58.9 (a little fast) 2- 6:11.4 (12:10, 6:05 pace) 3- 5:59.5 (18:09, 6:03 pace)
4- 6:20.5 (falling off) 5- 6:27.5 (just felt sluggish) TOTAL-- 30:57, 6:11 pace Overall, not what I was looking for and I am disappointed by this workout, but at the same time, bad days happen in running, sometimes for no reason at all. I still felt good through the first 3 miles, so i guess that is one positive i can take.
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