The night is cool and starless, the Earth nuzzled in cloud, tucked in for bed. This is almost the perfect temperature for running - it is cool and dry, you sweat less, there is little chance of over-heating or dehydrating. The run keeps my legs and body warm - the only part of me that really gets cold is my hands and arms, wafting through the night air, so I cover them with sleeves and gloves. As long as you dress appropriately, none of this is a problem, even if it's raining. The main issue is ice, but it's not cold enough tonight for that. I keep an easy pace, not too slow but not too fast, taking it steady on the hills, and perhaps pushing a little more than I should on the flat. I complete 10 miles, put in a 7:15 mile as the sixth, average a bit under 8-minute miling, although the calf definitely aches during the last 3 miles and I am forced to ease off and nurse it home. Following 8 miles on Tuesday I am pleased, knowing we're away at the weekend and I'll probably have to fit in a smaller run if possible...
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