1/26/11
7 miles tempo
1:01
8:43 avg pace
I retract what I said about the hourly forecast on weather.com being a runner’s best friend. It failed me big time this morning. I woke up happy to be able to fit in my 7 mile tempo outside before snowstorm #85 began this afternoon. I walked downstairs to put Hawk out and saw this…
It was actively snowing hard and continued through the afternoon. To say I was grumpy was an understatement. Since I have a treadmill in my basement, there was no escaping this tempo run. Thankfully, my DVR was stocked with good shows (if you consider True Life, Teen Mom 2, and I Survived to be quality TV. I do.).
The good ‘ol plan called for 5 miles at 8:24 pace with a 1 mile warm-up and 1 mile cool-down.
Splits:
M1 – 10:00 (I know, I was delaying the inevitable)
M2 – 8:29 (easing in)
M3 to M5 – 8:20
M6 – 8:06
M7 – 9:30
The tempo miles felt surprisingly easy. Not sure if it was the treadmill or the thrilling episode of True Life (or…the speed work paying off)?
Getting prepared for snowstorm #86. Tomorrow is a rest day but I hope to get some yoga in.
I really feel for you guys with all that snow. This winter has been relentless and it’s hard to be forced indoors to get your workouts done. At least you have a treadmill at home and good TV. Great job on the tempo run!
Thanks Jen!
GREAT RUN!!! So much snow, boo!! K, I am so jealous of your treadmill at your house!!! Great tempo run!!!
As much as I complain about the treadmill, it is nice to have one in the house.