Week 13

The plan this week was to do a little more than 20 miles. It was the same route as last week but on the last loop I would extend it a bit. Going into the run the only concern I had was I still had some pain from last weeks blisters on both my little toes but other than that I felt good. The run started off okay I took it easy and eased into the run. As usual I started to feel okay on the flat part which is around mile 2. I stopped for water at the school and then had some Gatorade in a gel at around mile 5. I finished the first loop just in time to take a sit down break in the water closet (One of the big benefits of the loop course). I also drank some water and said hi to Toby. As expected I started to feel it on the second loop but I was still okay. The blister on my right little toe started to let me know it was there but not a big deal. I made it home for another drink and it a quick kiss for Toby and out the door I went. The third and final loop went surprisingly well. I was feeling the affects of the mileage, especially on the up hills, but overall I was pleased how I ended up.

Details:
Loop 1 – 56:54
Loop 2 – 57:01
Loop 3 – 1:13:26
Total – 3:07:22
Pace – 9:11

On the iPod: I listened to four interviews this week
1st – USAT Triathlon Team
2nd – Bob Roll
3rd – Chris Lieto
4th – Taylor Phinney
The only memorable tune was Freakin’ & Peakin’ by Luna. It came on for the last mile and what a great tune.


Next Week: 12+ miles