I've fallen behind in posting, but in general I've been doing consistent runs of a solid distance but a little less mileage than before. Great workout on the track today. 48 degrees out tonight and a little wet, but not too rainy when I was running. 8x400 in my trainers with a lap jog of rest. My splits were very consistent: 64, 63, 63, 63, 64, 63, 62, 63 in that order. The last time I did this I was in great shape earlier this year during track season, a few days before my injury popped up. In that one I ran 5 67s and 3 66s. On that one I also went really slow on the lap jog. This one couldn't have given me much more than my rest for the 800 workout last week. Either way, I haven't ever run 400s this fast even in my spiked workouts. So, I think the development I've been seeing, although not visible for cross country, only comes into play on the track, so I'm likely to surprise quite a few people in the 1600 this Spring. Also we had the banquet today, and Chris Watson baked me a pretzel shaped like my name, which was glorious. I also received as captain's gifts an America hat and some flashing gloves, combined with Shrek-colored shwings and light-up shoelaces. Additionally, I received a large bag or Doritos to enjoy after my season ends. My team spoils me.
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