This was a very satisfying run. It was my intention to maintain a 10 minute pace throughout, and finish in about 1:40 and this goal was met. I checked my time every 2 miles, and I was hitting all the markers at about 20 minutes. There were a few unscheduled stops for the last 2 miles, but even with that, I was able to complete that segment in under 20 minutes. I got to the turnaround point at 50:19 and my return trip was a little faster at 49:33; I love running negative splits!
Now, using my favorite run predictor at http://www.runningforfitness.org/calc/rp.php?metres=16090&hr=1&min=39&sec=52&age=40&gender=M&Submit=Calculate I can do a Half Marathon in 2:13. My goal is actually 2:10. So, the question is, can I run the first 10 miles just like I did today, and finish the last 5K in 30 minutes? If the answer to that is yes, then 2:10 is all mine!
Next run will be 8 along the course.
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