A nice easy run around the Jackie O Reservoir. I like having the Reservoir track nearby because it is generally a low-traffic run (some exceptions, of course), it's flat and it's dirt. All of these make for a good easy run. Today I monitored my heart rate quite a bit. Whenever I saw that it was nearing Z3, I backed it off. I find that I really do speed up... I have to consciously think about running slower. It was interesting to have done the Spinervals 16 video the other day because he mentions maintaining focus while you ride, otherwise your cadence will suffer. I really had to think about my run today - lest my cadence suffer, or my speed increase. It was a nice additional mantra to add to my mix.
I thought a lot about my running partner too. He and I have run a couple of endurance runs together, but at the time I didn't possess the understanding of Zone running that I do now. I kept thinking, "Wow, now I understand why he was frustrated that I kept speeding up!"
I feel like I did a pretty good job of keeping myself in check today though. And it was a lovely day for a run. The flowers were in full bloom and the day was clear and sunny, but not too warm. A smile for my run.
I also took a Pilates class today. I like how strong it makes me feel. We did a lat exercise today and I saw my arms in the mirror...! Color me surprised to see the definition in my upper body. It made me happy. :)
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