Notes
The longest run in distance since 1990 (17 yrs ago). Overall it was an adventurous run and I had to stop on two occasions (5 min each time). This is a well combined/balanced course with several steep hills (4 miles at start and 2 miles at 8.5 mile point) + one mile very steep at 14 point mile. I loved the hills! I struggled a bit at 11 point mile feeling stifness in joints (lower back and around knee area) but did not worry as I had not done the distance for a while + last week I had a steep increase on mileage in my running (approx. 45 miles in 8 days). However, I took it easy at 11 point mile and thereafter and did struggle again at the last hill (went too fast and felt a bit weak and lacking energy near at the top). I was ready when arrived home but well satisfied with the result. Later on the day I suffered a little bit experiencing pain on both legs and stifness on joints but no pressure or tightness this time. Now I intend to have a break from long runs for 10 to 15 days and focus on shorter runs such as 6 to 10 miles and see how it goes. I am also due to receive my next session with massage therapist this Fr. so we'll see how legs are coping. Overall this was as good as expected and I am excited with been able to achieve what I planned for today and so far.