Saturday, July 15, 2006

Essential Marathon Preparation - The Long Run: Part 5

Again not one of the best long runs I had. I only managed 16 km in 97 mins, approximately 6 mins/km. The shorter distance was influenced by the bad weather, again. This time it was actually raining but it wasn't heavy to stop me running the full 22 km or longer.

The good news was that I managed to pace myself evenly within 6 mins/km splits, even when going uphill. And I didn't need to walk either. Unfortunately I kept feeling some discomfort in my tummy region and I don't think it's a stitch that runners often experience. I think if I feel this, then I should break into a walk until the pain goes away. Next time, maybe.....

Also my calves are very tight, since I did some calf raises in the gym yesterday. I'll get used to it someday.

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