Notes
Plan was to do 2x5k at HM pace (4:10) with 2km brisk recovery. Went to see Kim yesterday and she manipulated my ankle joint plus worked on my calves and fascia. My right ankle was apparently quite tight and not gliding properly. Felt a lot better this morning and pretty good during run. The start of first HM section was quite slow, took about 500m to get comfortable and lock in pace. Was willing to go a bit faster than 4:10 if heart rate and comfort level remained in check and this is precisely what happened. Recovery was pretty smooth and I was eager to start second section. There was a bit of wind and it was sunny for first 5K but mostly cloudy for second 5K. Halfway through second section I felt my legs getting heavy, adductors tightening and it was becoming a challenge to maintain pace. Never was in difficulty or feared failing but I did want to maintain strict control while maintaining pace. Last 2K was pretty tough (at times felt like my legs were barely moving) but I was able to maintain without exploding my heart. Cool down on way to all day breakfast at Cherry Restaurant went well. Very pleased with the effort level and results.
1st 5K: 20:35 (4:07)
2nd 5k: 20:29 (4:06)
Dew Point: 6