Long run at Riverlin St trails, mixed terrain @6am. Lots of single track, wide trails, powerline trails, some hills and the last 10-15 minutes were on pavement.
2:33.42. Complete estimation of 12-15 miles (12:45 to 10:12 mile pace)*Based on pace I felt my body was moving at, nothing else.
COMMENTS:
General: I was so pleased with this run. This was my first time running sleep deprived (6 hours of sleep maximum) and also my first time going this early in over a year. Regardless I did phenomenal and there was never a low point during the run. I used 3 goos throughout. The hammer gels we got are great and might be my go-to from now on. Hydration was good too. Although it means nothing I would bet that I had another hour in me without any water or food at the position we finished at. I sprinted the last half mile and had a lot left in the tank. The new shoes felt great too and I noticed such an improvement in my mechanics and focus that I know they were worth every penny. I think the most positive part was there was never a point where any injuries nagged (i.e. knees, achilles).
Nutrition: Good, had some pumpkin pancakes post WOD but otherwise strict.
Body: Yoga muscle is really tight from the run. Both knees are a little creaky now. Left ankle got swollen after but it doesn't hurt at all. Not that fatigued but my body in general could use a good night's sleep.
Sleep: 6 hours or so
Reflections: I think today was a big step in proving I could be good to go on January 9. Even if I have to walk a good amount I think that if I do a couple more long runs I will have the ability to get there. You could say that my runner's high still hasn't worn off after 10 hours. I'm going home next weekend to go hopefully over 3 hours with Contois.
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