There has definitely been a lapse in posts, but fear not. It is due to a lack in running, rather I have been very busy. The week after the rainy run, I had an average running. Definitely got out and put some miles under my blistered, calloused feet, but it was nothing special or outstanding. The came Sunday. I saved my long run for Sunday afternoon and was pushing for 10 miles. Time restraints got in the way and I ran for one hour and ten minutes which translated to 8 to 8.5 miles. I purposely cut back my miles because tomorrow I will be participating in the mini heart marathon. By the days end, I will have run a half marathon, but not all at once. And here's why. The race has two components a 15K and a 5K. The former begins at 8 am while the latter starts at 10:30 am. There is an option to run "2beats," that is run both races. At the pace I run, I should finish the 15K in well under one hour and 30 minutes. This would leave a solid hour before the next race begins. Therefore I have a strategy in place. I am going to run the 15K at marathon pace, but I will run the 5K at a fast pace. I am not sure how this will go or how I will feel and things are always subject to change. But that is the plan for right now. Also, the weather tomorrow will be a factor... a cold wet factor. There will be a repeat of the post "rainy run." The forecast is currently calling for rain and high forties. Luckily I know I can run in these conditions. I am not sure how well I will be able to handle the gap in time. I am sure they have something set up but come on. This is not ideal conditions. My main defense is going to be under armor. It should be cold enough that I will not overheat. I will also be wearing shorts as I did the last time I ran in these conditions. I feel by the time the 15K is finished I should be drenched to my soul. Not sure what I am going to do about changing clothes between races or just toughing it out.
Either way, tomorrow I will complete a 20 K.
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