Warming up in Chicago

Well, one would think that because it's May in Chicago that the weather would reflect this. Well, you're actually quite wrong. I ran a "5k" on Saturday, and the temp was a whopping 47-49 degrees. Awesome. Naturally, once you get going, you warm up, and the hat and the gloves are no longer necessary.

Anyway.

That is just a start to the Chicago season. This "5k" I completed was good. Boring, but good. The pace was just about a minute faster than my time last year, so that's also exciting. I'm happy to stick with my 5k's and my shorter distances. VERY proud.

Here's the race: http://www.mapmyrun.com/route/il/park-ridge/709127369743950643

Running still gives me a little challenge

Ever since I started running with Kevin and Mike, it's been more of a challenge, which I like. I'm getting faster, because the pace is faster than I'm used to. We don't go as far, but I guess I'm content with a faster pace.

Anyway, sorry there's nothing cool to report. But here's today's run. Happy Earth Day!

http://www.mapmyrun.com/route//il/des-plaines/542127198742119079

Fastest run in years

Thanks to Kevin, I ran the fastest pace for 2 miles in quite some time. Very pleased with myself, even though we only averaged a 10:15 pace. Granted: Kevin doesn't run regularly like I do, and he still kicks my butt.

http://www.mapmyrun.com/route//il/des-plaines/284127112404042797

My general outlook. Again, I may be not be fast, but I have a blast.