Great Eight

Tuesday 8.0 miles/1:08:32/8:34 average pace

Felt great this morning! My leg was much better- only about a 2 out of 10 (the last few days it has fluctuated between a 3 and a 7, yikes!). The first few steps were awkward but not painful- I think since I've been kind of limping that I forgot how to distribute my weight like a normal person. But after a while I was doing good. I ran the first 5 miles with Zach at an average pace of 8:40, with our last mile at 8:00 even. He started his new job yesterday (yay!) and since his office is much closer to home we can run together at a reasonable hour, it's sweet! Anyway, then I went off for 3 more miles with splits of 8:49, 8:26, and 8:01. It felt so good to be running a strong pace and pain-free. Hooray! Still no pain post-run, in fact it feels better. I even rode my bike to work. :)

We're leaving bright and early for San Diego to celebrate one of my favorite holidays with Zach's parents. I like it because it involves running (Thanksgiving Day 5k), eating and drinking (Zach's dad is a chef and they also have great taste in wine), and shopping (yes, Mother-in-law and I get up at 5:00 and hit up the crazy sales!). Should be a great trip. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!