AM: Chandler Family Fitness 5k 16:22: It was a really cold morning for AZ standards (20s) and it was the first time I've ever worn a long sleeve shirt under my singlet. I won this race last year in 16:04 but it was a week later and I was coming off of a half marathon instead of a marathon so it's hard to compare exactly. My splits were 5:17, 5:13, 5:20 and 4:56 for the close. I felt pretty good until two miles and then my lack of endurance (just getting back into training) showed up and I had to hold it together for a painful 5:20. I'm not disappointed as I wasn't quite sure where I was at. This is a good start to the cycle and a clear marker of where I am. I cooled down on the course route with some friends afterwards. Now time to get to work for the next eight weeks! PM: 3 mile shakeout. Felt really good to get this is and loosen up after the race this morning. Every week my wife and I do a newsletter with running articles, tips, and other running stuff. Message me if you would like to be added to our list. Here is last week's: Running Newsletter | 