When I got home from work yesterday it was a sunny 32C/90F, a gentle breeze was blowing and I was tired from sitting in a too-warm office. But once I laced up my shoes and hit the road I quickly fell into my groove and really enjoyed the run.
Monday’s are typically my tempo run, where I try to pump at least an average 5:30/K (8:51/M) pace out of my old body for the 14K/8.7 loop. The first kilometer was a little sluggish, but I pushed and my body responded positively. I ended up with an average pace of 5:13/K (8:24/M), not bad for a grandpa!
Weekend Racing
I had initial planned on running a “training” marathon this weekend, a nice hilly run in the Black Forest. But this would have meant an overnight stay and quite frankly, with my wife soon to be facing unemployment, I could not justify the extra costs for a “training” run.
So in any case I found a local half-marathon for Sunday that is only 20 minutes from our house. Some of my running club are going to participate in the 10K, so I may even be able to carpool.
I still plan on doing my long run (3 – 3½ hours) on Friday night or Saturday morning, so I don’t expect to be setting any new records at the HM – but I’ll sure give it my best shot ;-)
Wouldn't it be much cooler if you ran in the morning?
Good Luck for Sunday. You sure are racing a lot these days. I wouldn't rule out a fast time, you're in very good shape at the moment.
Hope the race goes well!
I love the summer when there are so many race options - it really lets you pick and choose. I'm glad you were able to find a substitute run. Hope it cools down a bit for you.
May be I should look for a local half...and be home by breakfast instead of dinner:)
Good look for sunday. I see you are very competitive now!!!