Well today was another tough one, but I did make myself run. I would've liked hill repeats, but it was simply too warm. That would not have been a quality session. Therefore, I waited it out until dark again. I knew I couldn't do as much as last night. I aimed for 3.5 miles around the neighborhoods. It wouldn't be much, but I figured it is still better than sitting in.
I headed out after dinner. I just wore a bright yellow shirt, as it was still warm. I don't like wearing my visor, as I sweat a lot, but it is needed to hold up the headlamp.
I started from my house. The plan was to just do the short loop across the street and see where I'm at. Then, I'd wander around to get the needed miles.
I got startled by a dog after crossing the road. My legs were so sore in the first mile. They don't like pavement and felt awful. Thankfully, they came around.
It was a nice night for sure. Again, I had to avoid a few cars. I decided to add a hill and a part that I don't normally run. This was a nice and easy climb. My pace was slow again.
This is a new section of the neighborhood. I thought I knew this area, but I guess I got confused in the dark. I missed a turn and wound up in the old section. I just headed back toward my house.
I got to the road and crossed again. Since I was around 2.75 miles, I decided to loop around the parking lot. Then, it was back up to my neighborhood. I did the short loop to finish up at 3.5 miles.
It wasn't a productive run. However, I got out there and got the job done. A night of running is better than no running.
Tomorrow, I'm hoping to run again. Maybe it will be cooler. I'll have to see. I'd love to try the repeats. I need to get back on to trails and save my knees. That's for sure.
3.5 miles - 31:41 (9:03 pace) 73 feet of elevation gain
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