Monday, August 11, 2008

Mission Accomplished

Ran a very comfortable 17:13 in the Resurrection Pass 100 this weekend. I did everything right. I ate well, hydrated well, and stuck to a very mellow pace. In the end I felt more like I had run for 2 hours rather than 17. The only significant fatigue I felt was due to not sleeping for 36 hours. As soon as I got some sleep I felt great. Today I feel pretty much fully recovered! I have never (until now) run an ultra and not had any soreness after. This is definitely a very good sign as to my fitness right now.

I'm still in Anchorage. Was supposed to get back to Juneau yesterday but my flight was cancelled due to a volcanic ash cloud. Maybe I'll write a little more about this run when I get home tonight. For now I've got to find a way to kill 6 more hours before the next flight down to Juneau. Hey, I know, I'll go for a run! Might be the only time I ever get a chance to go running the day after a 100 miler.

4 comments:

  1. Geoff,

    It was great getting to know you a little better over the weekend. You have amazing talent and have a great attitude about life. Have fun in Utah and dont get lost on the trail!!
    Take care brother.

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  2. hey Geoff
    been wondering all day how it went
    all smiles this side of the pond.

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  3. Great job, Geoff! Write more! from Minnow

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