9 miles long run, cloudy & 58 degree
Only three days left in the month of April, the morning’s air still got a bite to it. That was when I realized I forgot my gloves and mitten after heading out the door.
Luckily, there was no wind at the C&O Canal Towpath where I do my long run on Saturdays. And the temperature warmed up quickly. So after my usual warm up lunges, short sleeves and shorts were all I needed for today’s long run.
This changing weather albeit par for the course with Spring is challenging to prepare for. I do not like to overdress for my run. If anything I prefer the opposite, under-dressed and allowing my body to generate the heat from running. This way I am light and cool. Such was the case today.
My run was an out and back on the path. Few other runners were out early in the morning. A good opportunity for me to work on my running cadence. Some pace themselves with music, but I like to develop my own feel for the rhythm simply by counting each step. It helps to keep my focus.
One thing I did notice was my feet are getting used to my minimal shoes. The trail shoes I wear is necessary for the Towpath’s uneven surface but less comfortable for my feet. I need to explore my options given the long run will be increasing as the training continues.
Where do you do your long runs?
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