February 17,  Thursday

This is turning out to be the mildest winter that we have spent in St Augustine over the past decade. The weather has been consistently in the upper 60s and low 70s and is projected to be even warmer over the next 10 days.

Since the Lighthouse 5K last Saturday I have managed three runs, Monday and Tuesday and Thursday.  It took until today to feel fully recovered. After the race on Saturday I realized that I ran the first Mile in 8:24, but had not run a mile under 9 minutes for almost 4 months.  So, my legs certainly felt the effect of that lipstick in pace.  Long walks and bike rides have filled the off days. Today was my best effort on the beach under bright sunshine running 4 miles in 51:15.

I am looking for one more 5K to run before we leave Saint Augustine. My performance on Saturday was very encouraging.

Stats are strong and steady.  No leg or feet issues. 

Tuesday’s run was on a deserted beach under a full moon.  Totally exhilarating!!