Did the 10K race yesterday. It went well and was fun, but man was it hot - about 80 degrees, humid and no wind whatsoever. It's too early in the year for that - nobody was used to it. People were walking more than usual and the leaders looked like they were struggling when they passed as they were heading back.

The first half of the run felt pretty good. Although it was warm, there was a fair amount of shade and at the time splits I was ahead of my goal pace. The second half, though, I had to walk several times because of the heat. There were plenty of water stations and they were busy. I usually don't drink a whole cup at the water breaks but I did this time except for the little bit I splashed on my face. Managed to finish almost two minutes better than last year - and just 15 seconds short of my goal. I didn't expect that with all the walking, but it sure felt good - especially against the heat.

DH, son and I went for a short 10-mile bike ride this morning to ride our big training hill and do some sprints. Will do some more running and riding this week - maybe the annual 50-mile ride next weekend, if we're ready.

Deb