Sunday Afternoon:
Went for an easy 10 mile shake out run. For once in a long time, I actually did a solo run at an easy pace. I guess back to back races will do that to me. My right knee, left IT band, both hamstrings, and my back all hurt a little. As the run went on though, all the pain melted away and I felt rather decent after the run was over.
Monday:
AM: 4 miles easy, low 40s. I still didn't really feel all that great at beginning of this run. However, once again, as the run went on, I felt a little better.
PM: 8 miles moderate pace, high 50s, sunset at freaking 4:57PM. I hate the end of Daylight Saving Time. I rocked this run a bit more steady than I usually do, with a consistent moderate effort the whole way. I had the usual tightness and soreness early, but it felt better as the run went on. My legs are still feeling the weekend, but it's getting better.
Tuesday will be a well earned day off. This week, I will only hit ~70 miles, my lowest total (by only about 5 miles) in almost 6 weeks. The taper begins, only very, very slightly. Though my 76 mile week before was less than my peak of 90, I hardly consider it part of a taper. 76 miles lines up well with my 3 weeks of running before my 90 mile week, and 2 races plus a tempo run certainly made for a challenge.
70...60...55...the tentative plan leading up to the race. If I need a bit more rest, I'll cut up to 5 miles out of one or both of the last two weeks. I never thought I would be looking forward to 60 and 55 mile weeks!
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