The legs are starting to feel nice and fresh as the taper kicks in. So far haven’t had any of the lethargy than can kick in when you take your foot off the gas. Effort felt super-easy, although the HR was a touch higher than I’d have expected. However I remember reading about how HR is suppressed when under heavy training load, so I suppose it’s natural for it to rise a little when things are getting easier.
| Lap | Time | Distance | Pace | HR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 53:34 | 6.3 mi | 8:29 min/mi | 154 |
| 1 | 16:55 | 1.96 mi | 8:36 min/mi | 152 |
| 2 | 17:17 | 1.95 mi | 8:50 min/mi | 153 |
| 3 | 19:20 | 2.20 mi | 8:46 min/mi | 157 |