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fastest, easiest long run ever

passion for running category: running on Sunday, August 26 2007

Yesterday I remarked how I thought today’s run would not set any records. I thought that because, well, I’m tired from all the miles I’ve been logging and didn’t think I’d have anything in the tank for today’s run.

Apparently, I was wrong…

Distance: 21.52 miles
Time: 2:49:19
Pace: 7:52 minutes per mile
Average HR: 159 (targeting 150 to 160)
Weather: Perfect (cool with very little wind)

Not only does this long run blow away all long runs previous but it also felt GREAT the entire way.

Look out Regina! I’m officially tapering!!!
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Edit: Adding some details

First 9 miles = 7:57 min/mile
Next 9 miles = 7:43 min/mile
Last 3.5 miles = 8:02 min/mile (intentionally slowed down here)


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Comment by Jon (was) in Michigan

Monday August 27, 2007 @

Just beautiful, Mark. Speedy pace and a heck of a distance. I’d say you are going to have a great race. Please be careful in the taper. RBF folks seems to crashing bikes and falling all over the place.

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Comment by jeanne

Monday August 27, 2007 @

wow! just … wow!

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Comment by ali

Monday August 27, 2007 @

Great run Mark. You are going to do amazing in Regina.

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Comment by Tea

Monday August 27, 2007 @

WOW–without the intentional slowdown, you accomplished a negative split…not something I can do unless I’m being chased. Even then, it’s questionable.

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Comment by LAURA

Monday August 27, 2007 @

Congrats! What an awesome run. As usual your blog is very motivating to me. Laura

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Comment by Laura Lohr

Tuesday August 28, 2007 @

Yeah! Sounds like an awesome run! Isn’t the taper bittersweet?

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Comment by Mike Power

Tuesday August 28, 2007 @

Great work Mark! You are more than ready. Taper well!

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Comment by Uptown Girl

Monday September 03, 2007 @

Nice job on the 21:-) Bring it on!

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