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Hey,
Treadmill and outdoor running are 2 worlds apart. I can run for a good 1.5 hrs on the treadmill very quickly. It is easier on the body, and the surface never changes. Running outdoors is much much harder.
8.5 on a treadmill is pretty darn fast. I used to do that and 7.5 alternating at 10 mins each. Now, I'm 5"10, and that speed is quite fast.
I think when the Garmin Forerunner 101 gets cheaper, Now $149 Canadian, I will buy it to really see how Im doing.
I think running is 50% mental. I get tired, stitches, and weak, but if I ignore it for a few mins it goes away. Also, I usually set moving landmarks, like people in the distance and other runners, and try to play catch up. I like periodically sprinting in my runs, especially turning the jets on when going up a hill..the burn in the legs is craaaazy!
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