My training for the Nashville Marathon has been ongoing since January. It has finally cone down to this twenty mile run,
The weather was perfect and I felt great. I filled my camel back with 32 ounces of water and packed five 100 calorie cliff bars into my pockets.
I decided to go with my heart rate monitor because I had chosen a very hill out and back course. My marathon goal is 5:15-5:30. The pace for this run was appropriate for this goal. I want to travel at a 12:00 pace. I did this long slow distance at a 13:26 pace.
Last year at this time, I was preparing for the Oklahoma City Marathon. I felt pretty good, but I was having some minor ankle problems. This year I have no such issues as I begin my Taper phase. I actually felt like running today, but I knew that my legs would benefit from rest.
I think my goal is reachable. I feel very good. Now, if only I can shake this lingering cough before the marathon!
