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April 9, 2005, 10:15am: Get Some Sleep!
| GOAL: |
5 miles non-stop running |
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Francis Park, St. Louis
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| CONDITIONS: |
65° and sunny |
| RESULTS: |
5 miles non-stop |
TIME: 57:48
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PACE: 11:33/mile
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Again, Just Waking Up Early is Tough
It was hard to wake up this morning, and because I was on my own for the long 5-mile run, I slept in. So, about 10:00, I finally got over to the park It was a gorgeous day, and there were more and more people walking the park as the laps went by.
The Run
I was concerned that I wouldn't hit the 5-mile mark, but after making that last of 4 laps around the park, I knew I could relax. I didn't feel any pain except midway through Mile 4 and again on Mile 5, as my side hurt, like it did on Monday. But I just slowed down a bit, and I didn't notice it. After I finished, I took long walking strides, and the shoes never felt more cushiony. I walked another mile just to warm down and did some stretches.
| THOUGHTS: |
I think my biggest weakeness will be getting enough sleep on Friday nights to maximize the Saturday morning runs with the group. I'm glad I had this practice run, so I now know how difficult it will be if I don't get enough rest. It just takes discipline. |
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TODAY'S PHOTOS
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Francis Park mileage. Entire lap is 1.25 miles.
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