What a beautiful day for a run! Not too hot, sunshine, a little wind, & great running company.
It's been a couple months since I've run distance like 17. Funny how there's such a difference between 13 and 17 miles. I felt those tired legs kicking in around mile 15, but it was so nice to have that feeling again.
Had to zip off right after the run so I didn't have time to cool down/stretch out properly. I felt it later that day
Avg pace: 10:11. We had great paces the first few miles, and gradually slowed down. The last couple we went considerably slower...it's the first time my friend has run more than 15 miles, so it was a challenge. But how neat to be with her to experience the new higher mileage mark!
The route her husband pick out for us was great. Half of it was totally new country livin' roads. There were quite a few times I looked out and saw the farm houses in the middle of the fields surrounded by big flowering trees, and I wanted to capture the moment to keep forever. It will be one of those visual images I look back on and remember fondly.
I hear he's already got a new route planned for us. It will be another adventure to love :-)
No stray barnyard animals, ditches, or torqued bike mounts & luggage racks. Mr. stayed home for much needed sleep. We missed him :-(
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