Today: 24M am (Thames Hare and Hounds Session plus a bit of ingenuity/extra at 3.50-4.10 min/k).
Probably the longest pre marathon run. Most if it 10-15s slower than marathon pace.
Looks like most of THH were at the Southern Relays, so this was one to do solo. Took 2 gels to simulate marathon racing. Had them early on for the first time and seemed to be more effective. That's a definite lesson to learn for the marathon: "eat before you get hungry, and drink before you're thirsty". Great to get well over the tonne for the week. Felt strong for it too. I've ran 40 miles in the last 12 hours. Tempo miles too. and in the warmest temps since the training trip to North Africa.
Time to eat.