14 miles yesterday, first 7 in 1hr 14, last 7 in just under 1hr 16. Felt pretty good till 8 ish miles, but tough from then on, particularly from 10 on. Finding that my lower back is hurting a bit from around then (bit of core work needed then! Hip stability I think). Along with leaden legs. Much, much slower than this time last year and my running style is also different (heel striking rather than fore foot).
My hydration and nutrition (drink and food to normal people) strategy so far has been porridge before the run, water with a bit of juice, and a couple of jelly beans each mile (small pleasures!). Going to try gels for next long run.
Saturday morning runners not terribly friendly on my route - please smile or say hello! I know it was drizzling, but I found it the same last saturday when it was sunny!
