Speedy Gone-Slow-Ez

Another two miles today. The somewhat mild weather we've been having around Wisconsin broke yesterday and we got snow overnight and temperatures in the 20s today. This was the coldest run I've had in a long time, particularly because it was well after sundown.

It's possible that this cold propelled me towards a faster than usual first mile. I decided to try to run until I felt tired. This brought me through the first mile at a good clip for where I am in my training -- 11:40. I know, I know...for most regular runners, this would be a lethargic stroll as much as a run. But alas, I needlessly digress.

The second mile was mostly good as well. I originally tried to push the speed to try for a negative split, but I soon realized that was out of the question. I slowed my pace and eventually began walking at 21:10. I'm not sure what mileage that put me at, but I finished my two miles with a final time of 26:06. Not. Good. Despite having run everything but the final five minutes, I ended up with my slowest pace to-date. I'm not sure exactly what went wrong, but I'll be thinking about it as I approach my next two mile run on Friday.

Total mileage: 8