I had a pretty stressful week this week and part of that has been not having time to run much. So, this morning when Beer Geek suggested I run, despite having a HUGE to do list before the dinner, I took him up on it.
I’m toying with the idea of running a local 5k in my Vibrams next weekend. They actually have a barefoot division and it sounds like a bunch of local barefoot/minimalist runners will be going. I decided I needed to get in a 5k this morning in the Vibrams if I wanted to do the race. I headed out with no plans for speed and in fact, did the first mile in 10:38. At the end of the first mile, I decided I wanted to just see if I could hit my 5k pace or not. I finished that mile in 8:04. Hmm, that went well. So, I recovered for a half mile and decided to do it again. I hit that one in 7:55, which doesn’t actually tell the whole story. I did the first three quarters of that mile in 7:35! Then I hit a huge hill and it crushed me. Well, hello, speed, it’s nice to spend some time with you! I then did a really slow milish cooldown and ended up with 4.3 miles for the day.
Now, I’m done running, I’m in a fabulous mood, and I’m starting in on getting the house ready for the dinner tonight. Have a great weekend! I’ll catch up with you all tomorrow night. Turning off the computer in 3…2…1…
Way to go on the speedy Vibram run! Awesome that the 5K has a barefoot division. Sounds like you're all set!Enjoy dinner!!
Wow, way to go! Glad it was such a successful run!
Do it! I want to hear what you think about wearing those Vibrams for a 5K. You are kicking some butt wearing those babies:) Nice job!
Great job on that speedwork!
I almost bought a pair the other day to use on the treadmill. i don't think that i am there yet though. great run!
That's so cool that there's a barefoot division – I've never seen that before!Nice job on the run! You've earned that beer tonight!
Whoo hoo! Nice work! DO IT in the vibrams!Have fun tonight!
Great job on the speedwork!
I concur! Go for the 5k 🙂 It will be fun and jealous that theres a barefoot division!!
Hope your dinner party goes well. Sounds like your feet and legs are ready for a race in your vibram's. Have fun!
Nice work on the vibram speedwork! you sound ready for the 5k!
I have yet to really test the speed limits of my new Vibrams. However, I had some fun on the trails for the first time in them this weekend. Cheers!