I'm trying to find words (or possibly grunt-like vocalizations) to describe today's weather. There is the official, pleasant version on the weather website: currently 68F, humidity 51%, mostly sunny. Then there is the sun-phobic, non-acclimated runner girl version. (Insert grunt-like vocalization here.) I like those fluffy clouds that produce a shadow and bring cool air to the world. These things were like green house roof material. No shadows, no cooling. Sorry guys, but I just have to whine for a minute here. I think I'll be done soon. This was one of the hardest runs I've done in a long time, if you don't count my cramp fest at Eugene.
On the bright side, 20 miles in the Magic Shoes! The only time they were really not comfortable was on the downhills in the second half. I either need to build up the weight-bearing strength or adjust my stride for downhill running. I'm so uncomfortable landing on my heels, and it just seems harder to do so in these.
One of the reasons I wore the ST3's for all 20 miles was that I knew I'd be doing the first 10 slowly. Today must be Mixed Up Blog Entry Day... Objective: 10 miles very slow and easy, 10 miles faster, mostly concentrating on cadence. At about mile 16 I started getting so hot that I could feel my face burning up and I took many little walk breaks just to try to cool down. I prefer not to pass out. Occasionally I found a street that had exposure to a breeze - ah! When was going from simmer to boil, I just tried to make sure my cadence was high (180-190), even if it meant tiny steps. I've been eating grapes and turkey since I got home. I believe I shall have some ice cream next. :) Then I have to cool off, clean off and try to revive a few brain cells to play harp for a potential wedding client later this afternoon. Cheers!
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