Today's run was 9.3 miles in 65:xx, half with Fritz, Kevin, and some Westminster guy named Oliver. They all wanted to do 18, but as a loop, so I just went out with them to Cottonwood area and then turned around. Pace was pretty consistent after a high-7 first mile (right under 7 most of the way). Legs still feel a little heavy, but I think it's mostly a byproduct of having had no good quality purely aerobic based runs in 3 weeks. I've had 3 extremely easy weeks, so it's time to start training for real again. This week will have to bridge me back into the mileage (not to mention that work is going to be pretty darn busy this week), but I need to hit at least 40-45 or so, more if it feels right. I'll definitely have to get in something around 15-18 this upcoming weekend (but by myself so I can run it slowly and not get dragged along at MP). | 