Morning Run: parkrun 44

I just finished a 4.997km running that lasted about 0hh:26mm:15ss !

I missed parkrun last week, but was back today. It was a nice, crisp morning, but I was expecting it to be muddy due to recent rain. When I got there I noticed the lake was partially frozen over, so it must have been pretty cold overnight. A friend was marshalling, so I had a little chat with him as we walked to the start.

I think there were a fair few people new to parkrun or the course. I hope they had their trail shoes. There is a stretch just after the start that is in permanent shade and so never properly dries out. That was very muddy in places and that slows me down a little as I pick my way through it. A few other places were also slippery, but generally the course is not too bad.

I often find myself wondering why I put myself through this, but I keep going anyway. Once the field sorted itself out I was mostly on my own with people in front too far ahead for me to have a chance of catching and I could hear someone behind me. I was just trying to maintain my position and pace.

I did check my lap times as I went on and they were not too bad. My watch said 26:15 as I crossed the line and the official time was a couple of seconds quicker. Not my best, but better than last time and okay given the conditions. It was a smaller field of only 61 runners (and walkers).

As usual I walked some of the way home, but started jogging when I felt able. I need to keep working on my fitness if I want to improve. I was home and showered before some people finished walking the course.

I include a photo of my slightly muddy legs for my fan @dickturpin.

Run free and stay well.

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