I have been waiting for a run like this for a long time. If you have been following along, you know that the last couple of weeks of training have been difficult and I haven't really had good mojo. Today that all changed. I believe I was rejuvenated from running Van Cortlandt Park yesterday, but whatever it was, it worked. I did my easy six miles in 59:09, not a PR, but better than the runs that were taking over an hour. I tried to find a flat course and was successful until mile two when I went through two rolling hills. I felt like I was hitting my stride and finding that runners high again. I also believe part of the reason the run was so easy was I only had my watch on -- no phone on my left arm and no compression socks. I have started to run with my phone more because of safety precautions, but I wear a Road ID (I highly suggest it) and normally tell someone my intended route, so I wasn't too worried today. As far as the compassion socks, I really wanted to feel free and have an easy run. I'll go back to wearing them tomorrow at the track.
In a week, I will have one more night left before I start to ~adult~ so this week I am going to enjoy myself for a bit and focus on my running. Part of this week will be dedicated to thinking about how I will be able to continue to dedicate as much time and energy to my training while starting a job. I am very lucky to have an amazing support system and I know I will have to rely on them. But for now, I am going to enjoy the high of today's run and head back into the city to enjoy a beautiful skyline.
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