8am - wanted to run before the rain came. first time i've run in the morning in a very long time. i actually felt less creaky getting up this morning. i'm stretching a lot more during the day, and especially after the run. i walk a few blocks when i get home.

the run took another minute — 20 seconds slower pace — part of that was running up the steep hill on Chavez from Brooklyn to Woodward; i had to walk once i'd crossed to get my heart rate down. next time i'll just wait for traffic to clear. otherwise, the body was fine, and the last mile, like yesterday, felt strong. i can see improvement in more than just my pace; my body feels better and is getting looser and stronger.