18.2@11:12 HR 128 bpm
Was reasonably happy for getting my first back to back long run in a while. Original plan had me running slower yesterday but had to speed it up a little to get the miles in.
Also, first time in a while, longer out and back run starting in Starkey Park. They recently opened up new restrooms near the intersection of the Starkey Park trail and Suncoast trail. They used to have a few 5 gallon jugs at shelters along the way, but that was pre-covid. So, since then you had to carry enough fluids for the distance.
Started near the park entrance, straight out to Suncoast Trail then turned right to head south for just under another 2 miles before turning back. Kept the watch running the entire time and was mindful of staying within heart rate goal range. Except the last few miles I let it climb a little so I didn't have to slow down too much or take more walk breaks. Stuck with 4:1 the whole run. It felt kind of tedious at first but got used to it.
Weather was not super cool but it wasn't hot either, saw various wildlife, a few deer and one otter and a group of Turkeys and other assorted birds.
Need to start mixing in more trail but for now, this was a pretty good start to shift into ultra training.
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