So I completed my second long run this morning where I was able to improve my avg pace once again, when comparing the speed to last week's long run. That is good because it was a little difficult nearing the end of the 19 km this morning. One thing I really didn't like is that today's run was the first time I actually carried a bottle of water with me. I've always just drank alot of water before going out on my run and then filled up when I got back but this time, since I was going 19 km, I didn't want to risk it and the smart thing to do is to hydrate throughout the run. So I carried the bottle of water. While I definitely hated doing that! I use my arms alot to get my rhythm while running and I was totally restricted by being weighted over by water on one side. I also didn't like it swishing back and forth. So I finally broke down after my run and when and bought a water belt. Where I can have 4 smaller bottles around my waist while I'm running. I'll try it out next week and see how it goes. Other than the water issue, I had a beautiful run. I decided since I had to run such a long distance I should have a nice view to look at, so I went down the Ottawa Canal and ran along there and the Ottawa River, it was really beautiful and made me truly appreciate the beautiful city we live in. I was one with nature.
| SAT August 7, 2010 9:00am |  | Temp 15 | | Wind | NW 11 | Humidity 67 |
Today's Stats: 12 miles, 19.33 km in 1:59:36, avg pace 6:12 /km, avg speed 9.7 km/h burned 1736 cal.
Listened to: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle - always allows me to be present while running - love it!
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