I just finished today's run, which is weird because I am almost exclusively a morning runner. Last night I slept terribly, and when my alarm went off I decided to stay in bed instead of getting up for my run. I knew we had a night off (weird) and that I could get more sleep and still get in a run, so I went for it.

It was a great run. I did one of my favorite routes, but it was busier than usual because I'm used to going in the early morning. I had to do high-knees through knee-deep grass whenever cars passed, and I was passed a lot. I was also fighting through sore legs because I did a leg workout yesterday, and the DOMS had just started to set in when I started running. My shins were really sore for the first couple miles.

The funny thing was that it was one of the best runs I've had in awhile. I ran a lot more of it than I have been lately. I'd gone two miles before I even considered a walk break. My legs felt good and strong (even though sore), and I really enjoyed the run. I was looking forward to it, and I enjoyed an audiobook while I ran. The temperature was absolutely perfect, and it was mostly cloudy. It only got hot when the sun came out. I love it when it goes well.

I did five miles, which is a little more than what was on my training plan, but I also missed Tuesday's run. I figure it balances out. Tomorrow I am getting up super early to hike, and I have a exercise-packed weekend planned as well. Finally starting to get back into a groove. It feels great.