25 - not pushing too hard

25M - long run at 6.15min/M (1st half 6.25; 2nd half 6.05; last few 5.30-5.40)

Yes, I love a long run. It's a combination of the relaxation that comes as you let your mind sink into the run itself. And the killingly good endorphin afterglow. Throw in the bit at 8 or 9 miles where my legs really get going and nothing can beat it.

OK, so I'm still on the endorphin high as I write this. But that's part of isn't it?

I ran this one as an out and back run to Canary Wharf via Battersea from home. I stopped briefly to purchase and consume a Powerade in Waitrose at the half way point. It would have been a briefer interlude had Elma been a little speedier on the till operation front.

I ran the first five nice and easy and then gently sped up. I finished at about 5.30-5.40 pace over the last four or so miles. I was surprised at the pace when I looked back at my splits. I felt relaxed and didn't feel I was pushing. I could feel a general warmth in my upper legs towards the end, but no tightness.

Looking forward to a nutritious feed at the Riding House Cafe now. I'm enjoying this staycation business.