I went out on my five miler today very optimistic after my negative split long run on Sunday. I took Ivey along with me (and will continue to take her on the shorter runs). I don't know if it was the wind, dog, fatigue or what... But, that was the toughest "easy" run I've ever been on. My legs did feel sufficiently trashed. But, I didn't expect this...
I ran 5 miles in ten minute miles and struggled to do it. Holy crud!! I must have really beat myself up on the long run Sunday. That's good and bad. It tells me that I'm putting in enough work that my legs are fatigued two days later. But, it also has been my downfall in the past. This kind of running has typically led to injury. The next two runs will really tell the story. If I'm still not back to normal on my "easy" run tomorrow, I'll know I over-did it. But, if I'm ok.... then, just a good work out.
Run recap- 5.0 miles, 50:00, 10:00 pace
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Probably just some hold over from the LR success/negative split. I bet your next one goes better.
It is cool you are running with your dog. Some guy was running the Chambersburg 1/2 marathon with his. I guess dogs can build up distance endurance as well.
Nitmos... Hope so buddy. I didn't run as planned yesterday. I'm gonna put in 5 today.
Bill... I like training with my dog. But, I'm not sure I like the idea that people race with their dog. And yes, they definitely do gain endurance. But, they can't take the heat like we can.
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