Running in Circles

I never realized how much fun it is to run in circles. I joined Mr. Ironman himself, Todd Bice for a training run today at the Clemson track. Todd is a pro at running in circles. Today, he had to run for 16 miles in preparation for upcoming IronMan Florida. Dare I do the math, but that makes 64 feverishly fun laps on a track in circles. Some say that doing something over and over again is the definition of insanity. I say, it is otherwise known as discipline and passion fueled together to create an epic adventure at the local track. Ok, maybe it is just a little bit crazy, but why not?

Winds were calm, weather cool. I joined Todd about mile 3 to give him some company for a few miles. Our shadows danced to our right as we went round and round. After going in circles so many times I find that the track is not completely flat. It looks like it is a false flat at times. I should contact the track director and let them know. Alright, maybe i was delusional or just dizzy from going round and round. I bailed at mile 6 to be smart with my healing achilles. Just thankful to be there and running with my friend Todd.

Distance: 6.04 miles
Avg. pace: 9:21