Great run for me, but icky run for Ry. :-(
First, having Friday's off rules!!!! Was able to get in my long run today (which is a scale back week). The plan was to run 7 miles by my lonesome and then pick up Ry who would be waiting with bells for the last 6! :-)
I figured I'd run hard on my own and then enjoy the company for the final 6.
Miles 1-7, AP 7:45. Summit loop with extension. Hilly loop. Ran hard, not max, but hard. Didn't have to stop at any lights so kept the pace honest. Felt great about these miles as I was able to keep a good pace even on the uphill miles. With that said was happy to finish those 7 miles and take it easier with Ry.
Mile 8, AP 8:57. True to his word Ry was ready when I arrived but not with bells. I knew immediately when we started to run that something was off. Just shy of a mile Ry stopped and started dry heaving. Needless to say we turned around and headed home. Walked a few minutes with him to make sure he was good. After that he insisted a go and finish my run so we could leave for SLC on time.
Miles 9-13, AP 7:35. Pickle ball loop with rustic loop. I was feeling pretty good after the 3 minute walk with Ry. I decided that I would see if I could pick up the pace again and match my prior pace. I was pleased when I saw each mile click in. I was feeling strong but starting to feel the fatigue. I kept telling myself to just hang on for another mile. Then the magical feeling you get when the mile clicks in faster than you were expected that gives you a little boost would take over. Last mile was my fastest at a 7:22. No stops other than the one with Ry.
Feel super great about this run. :-)
Go Thunder Girls!!!! :-)
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