Test 5k

After resting yesterday to give the legs a break from the race on Sunday, I wanted to head out today just to see how I felt. I planned on keeping it all easy today (~150bpm) - but once I got going and realized that I felt good I decided to pick up the 2nd mile and get the HR up to 160. Dialed it back a notch for the third mile - then kicked as best I could for the last 1/10 mile.

Overall a good run - felt no soreness (when running) and was able to get up to my goal 1/2 marathon pace fairly easy. I doubt Ill run that pace for the Fairfield Half on 6/20 - but for my fall one I hope I can maintain a 7:35ish pace.

Total distance: 3.1 miles
Total time: 25:59
Average pace: 8:22
Avg HR: 153 bpm
Max HR: 178 bpm

Splits
8:56 / 150
7:34 / 158
8:46 / 151
0:41 / 161 (for 1/10 mile @ 6:41 pace)

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/36180357