The sun pummeled me today. 92 degrees and humid made for a 15 round fight which left me battered and dizzy, but I finished standing, and that was the objective. When I got out to the South Farms the wind was blowing me around, there was no shade cover, and the sun licked my salt streaked shirt. Fortunately there are water pits every few miles, so I was able to soak myself frequently, which allowed me to continue running with decent form. At mile 13 I stopped at Strawb's and ate a banana, 7 chocolate almond energy chunks, a cliff shot gel (My first gel ever, I liked it!), 12 ounces of juice, and 2 chunks of honey candy. I then made my way to Busey Woods so I could run a few loops in shade. I am happy with today's effort and results, it is going to help me in August when I am running the 8 hour Howl at the Moon race.
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