AM - 21 Green Valley. A tail of two runs. Started off great, although earlier than normal humans like to be up. There was a breeze against me, and I was excited because I knew that it would push me home; and there was a little drizzle for the first three miles. Heading into Green Valley, I picked up the pace and had some very good, very easy Tinman miles - I was feeling great and so easy. On the way back, however, down by Snow Park, the wind switched and really blew against me and I just completely felt drained - I was working very hard to even hit 6:40 pace which then got real ugly when I decided to just back off and finish the mileage. When I got home I realized what the deal was... I think I bonked because my allergies have killing me this week. Yesterday I drank nearly 200 oz. of liquid (mostly water) and I was still totally dehydrated. I think that my allergies make it tough for my body to hydrate - anyway... that is my thought. I guess I should add that my left leg feels jacked - pain in the achilles is radiating around to the outside/front - painful and not fun. (Boston 555.75) Week ended up okay. Nothing great. Kind of bummed about this morning's run, but not the biggest deal. Goals for next week: Way busy with three track meets (one on the road in Orem), so that will keep me busy. Kind of a survival week.
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