Every Race is an Adventure!

6.2 mi @ 8:44/mi  4x1 miles repeats

Mile splits: 7:43, 7:40, 7:38, 7:34

6.2 mi @ 9:24

6 mi @ 9:48/mi  Climb up 2000 N then up to Dry Canyon trailhead.

Felt strong up the hills. Some 6:30-ish pace down 2000 N.

0.5 miles @ 8:35/mi.  As I started my run I noticed bright lightning, rumbling, and dark skies to the west. I decided to stay close to home and just run laps around the block. After a single lap the wind picked up considerably, the lightning got closer, and the thunder was very loud and rocked the neighborhood. I wisely went inside. Simultaneous lighting/thunder rattled the house a few times.

18,2 mi @ 9:28/mi  Timpanogos Park to top of South Fork up/down.

I averaged about 10:15/mi up with a considerable head wind.

I had a couple of sub-8:00 miles down South Fork and a few sub-9:00 miles near the end.

I felt strong. The weather was awesome. The only hiccup was about mile 17. A large group of elite BYU runners were coming up the trail. They were clumpted together covering the running lane and both bike lanes. I chose to step off down to the gravel along the side. When I stepped back up I guess I was tired and misstepped and rolled my left ankle. I was able to run it off and thank I'll be okay, but it was a little frustrating. The most disappointing thing was that I said "Good moring!" as they passed and not a single one of them returned my greeting. I greet nearly everyone I pass and the vast majority greet me back, but not these guys today.