LSD

Long and slow it was, not so much in the distance department though. :) Felt really good though! This is only the second time I've run for this long (well the third if you count the first time I ever ran 3 miles). I only covered about 3 miles this time, but somehow I managed to get my HR up to 90% MHR. It was probably only there for the last 5 minutes or so though, because the rest of the run felt pretty relaxed like it was supposed to be. Marathon chick (as I've dubbed her, because she is running when I get there and still running when I leave, plus she just looks like a distance runner...short and lean with skinny arms and no butt) was there, so I tried to watch her to see what she is doing. She is much faster then I and can keep it up for longer, so figured I could pick up some useful tips. I noticed that she seems to run more on the balls of her feet and doesn't really put her entire foot down. I tried copying and noticed that I could get a faster turnover with a lot less effort. Something to keep in mind. Despite having a bad night with the kiddo, I feel really awake this morning. Had to stop at Dunkin Donuts on the way back home, because it was actually the thought of their cinnamon flavored iced coffee that spurred me out of bed this morning. That and that wonderful high I get from running. Its great to know my planned workout is done with and if there is extra time before work I might even be able to get some beach running in. Provided it doesn't start down pouring. A light drizzle I don't mind, but sideways torrential rain and lightening at the beach is probably just asking for trouble! :)