Un/Planned

Today started off at 06:53 (military time), with a 4.27 mile run for 30:49 (minutes:seconds), at an average pace of 7:13 (min/mi). Usually, I plan out my routes to see where I'm going and how far the distance is. This morning I awoke at 06:20, and stayed in bed checking email. By 06:40 I was making small adjustments to a music playlist then jumped out of bed and took off in a general direction. I didn't pay much attention to my pace this morning, and just enjoyed the run. As a result, I ended up discovering an alternate route to work that is more scenic.

Currently, I hold my phone in one hand, wrapped in a handkerchief so as to not get it sweaty, and my keys in the other hand, with one hand through the key ring for a better grip. I really don't like things bouncing around or jingling while I'm running. It might be a bit obsessive compulsive, but it disturbs me very much. I don't want to purchase an armband, because my arms are pretty small, and it feels a bit odd. So, I'm looking at purchasing a waist belt. Top contenders are the Nathan Shadow Pak, Nathan 5K, and SPI Belt. The Nathan brands are simply appealing because they are already branded with my name. I haven't made a final decision, but because of the brand name (vs brand name) I will probably get them, possibly both to see how they work, and they can always double for traveling abroad carrying passports and what not.