Life has been a little crazy lately so I am consolidating my last few runs into this update.

On Sunday, I did an easy loop with a smaller group.

Distance: 5.35 miles

On Tuesday, the speed session started & we had a nice sized group. Coach started us off with a core routine...which was interesting to say the least. We ended up only doing a 2.6 mile tempo run along the top loop.

Distance: 2 mile bike ride, core routine, 2.6 mile run, 2 mile bike

On Wednesday, my friend J from my hometown joined us for a easy run around the park. I talked the whole time, flirted with the usual suspects & had a nice run.

Distance: 5.35 miles

State of Mind: So excited, and a little nervous, for REACH THE BEACH

Really looked forward ot today's run, just nice to be back on some sort of schedule. After all, what is life without a routine. Met up with a smaller group this morning & did a nice, easy run across the Brooklyn bridge & back.

All the rest from London really made a difference to my legs, minus the strange pinching on the bottom of my right foot that just won't go away.

Distance: 9.6 miles
State of Mind: Running makes me happy...

Ahh, back to running in Brooklyn. There really is nothing like it. Enjoyed a smaller group of all men (yeah me) around the park. M & B definitely set a fast pace, which was fun to endure.

Distance: 5.35 miles
State of Mind: Good to be back

After a little too much drinking last night, I scraped myself out of bed to try my second day at Hyde Park. Followed two runners on some outside trails through the outside of the park & decided to make my way around the rose garden before turning back.

I have to say that Hyde Park is quite beautiful, much less crowded than Prospect or Central (obviously).

Distance: 7 miles
State of Mind: Loving London...

Got up early today, because I wanted to be sure to get in a nice run before we headed out for the day. Left my sister's place & headed straight for central London & Hyde Park. Not too many runners out, but tons of people making their ways to work. I ran a bit around Kensington Gardens & ventured over across the street to Hyde Park. I should have gone a bit longer to take in the park more, but I decided to play it safe & stick around the lake to avoid not getting lost. All in all, a very nice run.

Distance: maybe 6 miles

State of Mind: The outdoor life is the way to go

After an overnight flight with very little sleep, I decided to take it easy this afternoon & do just an easy swim at the local swimming pool. My sis & I took turns playing with Fin in the kiddy pool while other did laps. It was really very peaceful.

Distance: n/a

State of Mind: London is so nice...

Joined up with a few cute guys for a makeshift speed workout tonight at the park. My legs were really tight, so I decided to take it easy until I felt my stride fully back. We ended up doing hydrants, which are always fun yet very distracting.

This was my last run in the park for a few days, since I am heading off to London tomorrow. Hope I can make some time to visit any of the number of running paradises across the pond.

Distance: 7+ miles
State of Mind: Feeling not bad...