Marathon Training

Marathon Training: Day 18

I had an absolutely incredible run today! No pinching or pain in my back at all.It felt so good to just run and focus on my form and breathing instead of worrying about whether or not my back will seize up when I stop.

Today’s run was a quick 5 miles at goal marathon pace. Although my pace was faster than my other weekly runs, it felt easy. This was a very encouraging run. My heart rate stayed fairly low and my cadence was an average of 181. My Coros watch ranked this as a Tempo run. Maybe it was the shoes. I did wear my original Saucony Speeds which have always been the shoe to beat. Possibly, they just can’t be beat.

Workout

  • 5 miles at goal marathon pace