I'm "slugging" on all my runs (MDHillSlug...get it? )

I've been kinda down about my running. Back in June I was running in the low 9's per mile and had visions of getting under 9 consistently. Since I've gotten back from my ankle sprain I'm mostly running in the 10's and 11's. It's been weeks now and my ankle is no longer an issue but I just can't seem to get my run back!

Ran 3.4 miles today at a 9:59 pace; definitely my best run of late.