Description

Long Run to the Gym

distance: 11.3km
pace: 5:44/km
execution score: 89% (I did no care about this today:)

I worked late last night, so today, I was not in the mood for a running race, sprint training, or even a Threshold run. I considered a Tempo run but was still undecided. Then Martin texted to ask if we were still going to EOS Fitness for swimming and the SPA, so I decided to run there instead.

Ironically, the SPA was out of service today due to upcoming maintenance! :)

Note

This run fits well with the scheduled Garmin Long Run, which it planned in some of the days ahead. It was 1:04 long, but I came to EOS earlier, so I had to go around Scottsdale Road.

Generally, this run was nice. I came all the way to AZ-51. There, I got a bit lost, but I found a way between the backyard and highway fences to the canal. Then, I did a long run near the canal. It is nice there. Passing Tatum Boulevard was slightly dramatic, as there was no sidewalk. Then, I joined Reach 11 Recreation Area trails. The run there was nice as well.

When I came to 56th Street, I should have detoured to the south and crossed the road there. But the fence was torn down, so I could just go straight to 56th Street and cross it. I continued behind the Mayo Hospital and ASU campus all the way to Scottsdale Road. As I said, it was nice, and maybe I will repeat this sometimes.