So I haven't posted in 3+ weeks. I was sick mid-December, then super busy with work, then the holidays. I'm currently in Arizona visiting family and it's COLD. However, I have been sticking to my every other day program, and today I had a good result. But first, a recap of the prior 2 (short) runs:
Christmas day - After lots of cookies and other garbage on Christmas Eve, I set out for a 4 mile run midday on Christmas day. It was only ok. I struggled with the cold, it was tough to breathe, and I labored through 4 miles.
December 27 - Medium effort 4 miles in Paradise Valley (through Camelback Country Club). Very scenic, nice surface, no traffic, felt much better than Christmas day.
December 29 (today) - 8.25 miles, a breakthrough, on the canals of Phoenix. Felt great, cool temperatures, nice hardpack dirt surface, only 4 road crossings in 8 miles. First 4 miles tried to keep HR at <150, next 3 miles <160, last 1.25 pushed hard, fastest mile (at least fast by my standards). At the 4 mile mark I drank 12 oz. of canned raspberry tea and ate a banana, and I definitely felt the extra energy (usually I only have water midway through runs > 4 miles). I love running the canals. Great run!
Tomorrow is an off day, but may pedal exercise bike for a bit to loosen up. They a short run Thursday before driving back to San Diego.
Signing off for now.
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