A little more mileage

This morning's run felt like hard work and I took some photographs as an excuse to take breaks and not run beyond Oxstones. The brook in Limb valley was fast-flowing due to the recent rain. Near the plantation and up to the trig point there was a light mist limiting visibility.

The brook in Limb Valley

Looking back at my records this is the first week in many that I've run more than 40km in the week. I know that's not a lot for many runners but it's always been my target, although rarely met consistently. Over the last few months I've been limited by my aversion to rain, supervision of workmen and trying to improve my swimming skill and fitness. Perhaps that unaccustomed load explains my tired legs?

Out and about

This morning I had the chance to do a morning run before the predicted wet weather arrived. Perhaps the morning was warmer than I expected as within half an hour I felt over-dressed, but I do prefer being a little too warm than a lot too cold! The light and warmth during this week have given an impression of spring arriving and that possibility was supported by the first bluebells that I've seen this year.

The ascent up Limb Valley was muddy, near the top as is so often the case but really in such a lovely spot one can't complain. I had hoped to continue up to Oxstones but unfortunately I didn't have enough time and headed via the scenic route back home.

At 13.2km this is the longest run for a month. I'm definitely feeling ready to get back into running now.