Weather - 25 degrees, cloudy, windy. Easy 6 miles in cold conditions, felt like 10 degrees in the wind. Body is still feeling good even though my daily mileage is increasing. Jeff commented a few days ago that I should not avoid going fast while I am doing my endurance runs, so I have decided to include 5 or 6 strides in most of my upcoming runs this month. Today I did 5 x 40 second strides in the middle of the run, with a 1-2 minute jogging recovery. I am hoping the striding will keep my legs accustomed to faster movement as I put in the slow base work for the next 6-8 weeks. After the run 4 sets of strength exercises, stretching, and 40 minute walk home. #59 | 