Still nowhere near tempo pace (7:12), but much quicker than yesterday’s recovery run (intentionally) and just hit the low end of tempo zone for heart rate. Warmer today and no rain. Less humid than it has been, but still a little heavy and close.

It was nice to lift the feet a little more than usual and push ahead. A quick recovery to normal conversation and fully recovered breathing by 2nd flight of stairs in the office all point to progress – however modest. Still a long way to go to get to 7:11 at 166bpm, but I’ve made a start and that counts for a lot!

Tomorrow it’s a midweek long run. Will aim to get 11 miles in – child minding and dog-walking duties permitting.

4m | 32:37 | 8:11 | 166bpm | Tempo Zone

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