damp, with cold periods....

Training has been good this week but at the back of my mind I haven't been looking forward to my 2.15 hr run. So, early Sunday morning cup of tea and a piece of toast, some stretches and I'm off....

This will be my longest run since the half, lots to remember but most of all, enjoy it.

The route is a big circle from: home, D.P.Hill, Kings Cross, Holborn, Embankment, Westminster, St. James Pk, Hyde Pk, Marylebone, Regents Pk, Primrose Hill, Haverstock Hill, Southend Green, Gospel Oak and home.

I went through some differing periods, some where I felt really comfortable, others where I struggled to get it together and some where I actually felt cold. The weather wasn't great for a quiet stroll through the park but good for running, it was towards the middle of the run through Hyde Pk. when I was cold; no reason though, just carried on.

I had one gel and a bottle of water, it seems my stamina still needs improvement as I was flagging towards the end of the run. I was pleased with my time at the 13.1 mile stage, 2:04, this was quicker than the race.

Time 2:15hr Distance 14:20 and an average of 9:33. (8:30a.m.).

Longest run, pleased with my efforts, I ran alone.