Just run

Had to wake up really early for a 200 mile drive.  Upon reaching my destination, I saw that I still had 90 minutes before my hit time.  Should I go for a quick run or take a nap?  That nap was awfully tempting but as I did a little reasoning in my head, I realized that this would be my only chance for a run today.  Out the door it was.

Turkey Trot route 31:16.72

Call it 3 miles, but it was the adjusted Turkey Trot route when the gates are closed.  Finally figured it out.  The gates open around 6 when the grounds workers get in.  Or maybe it was 7.  No pretty sure it is 6.  Anyway, got out the door at 4 and I wasn't the only one out and about.  The guys at the pier were already getting on their boats and getting underway.

34:30.25

Easy run today.  Yesterday was the attempt to run fast.  Tomorrow is the almost 5 mile run.

Just couldn't get my hand to hit the timer.  Yes, that little movement required to start the countdown and also start my intervals was a huge impassable chasm this morning.  I just opted to run like I felt.  University route and back, but I hit a new milestone today.  I actually crossed over University avenue and then turned around and came back.  Felt really good at the end like I could just keep running forever.

27:03.47 (Out)  25:35.14 (Back) = 52:38.61

Call it 5 miles.  Ran the usual University route at an enjoy the scenery pace and took a left over the little pedestrian bridge to the first crosswalk past the intersection leading to the park.  Was going to do some intervals, but my left knee was saying that I should be careful so I opted for a fun run instead.  I want to run all the way to the park next time.  We will see.

33:23.67 (Out)  31:58.39 (Back)  (Pause 3:21.30) = 1 hr 8:43

Oh yeah.  Not sure why my stomach started acting up on the way back, but I had to take a short break to allow everything to settle back down.  Maybe it didn't like my detour.