Back at it - 4/10/12

I now feel like I can quit calling these "make-up posts" - I'm just a little late on this one:

The "Mattie-P" 6(with a half-mile extension) and 2-mile loop, respectively.  Some hills, but mostly just some quality miles with gradual increase/decreases.  It should also be noted that the run actually took place on the 10th, not the 11th.  I might get around to fixing that...

Well, it was a nice long, and reasonably slow jog for this mileage.  The whole trip felt great, even though it was after such a decent run on the Saturday prior.  I'm glad my body didn't hurt - gives me confidence that I'm getting stronger.  I never felt like I was working super hard on this run (save for a hill or 2).  We carried on conversation for basically the whole time, and it never felt uncomfortable.  I'd bet that my HR was in the low 150's, and probably peaked closer to the low 170's.  Can't believe I forgot my stupid strap.

Good times - and a great in-between for my next big run - coming this Saturday morning (if the weather holds).  I'm glad that I'm getting to the point where a 6+ mile run doesn't seem daunting. This marathon is looking like it might work out after-all.  I've all but abandoned any hope of making a specific time, but given the injuries, I'll be happy with a "finisher" medal.

Saturday will probably be in the 14-mile range.  We shall see.

D

P.S. - The miles are stacking up this month!  Need to make sure I get at least 3 runs in a week though!  :(

Running Total:
April:  26.66
2012:  123.66