Early Morning Run

This morning I woke up early and did a four mile run around my town before heading into the office. I completed the run in 7:15 per mile pace without pushing too hard (aside from the last mile which was sub-7:00). I am also happy to report I am finally starting to lose some weight -- I think I may have broken my sugar habit (at least the buying candy at work part). I figure one easy way to gain speed is having less weight to lug around, particularly when running. I am still trying to figure out what other races I am going to do this summer. I definitely want to stick to smaller, more laid back ones like the duathlon last month -- there is something to be said for not having to deal with the prices/crowds/logistical nightmares/etc. of larger races.