Long Runs

Today I ran 11.5 miles by myself. I missed running with my friend Kim today. These long runs can be quite boring when I don't have my running buddy. Luckily I still had my tunes to keep me going. I wasn't planning on running so long today as I am trying to taper a bit for my 15K next Saturday. However, a little adrenaline got to me and I just wanted to keep on running. I averaged 8:08 pace today with my last mile being my fastest at 7:26. My new goal with my easier running days is to try and run sub 8 min miles so that my faster runs are low 7's to sub 7 minute miles. Hopefully I can kick it up a notch and get my racing times a little better with this new strategy. I guess in every runner's life one must decide when to start pushing the limits. It's time for me to stop being lazy and really work hard at my speed. As for now, I hear a nap calling my name!!!