South Run Race, Açores Beach
- 22 de outubro de 2023
Early Sunday, south of the island slowly waking up and me running on the Açores Beach waterfront. Calm sea, anchored boats, smell of salt and that frame of hills covered with Atlantic forest. The route follows the beach curve, going around the bay to the corner and returning the same way. Firm ground, friendly wind on the way and, on the return, a headwind that asks for patience. It’s the kind of place that reminds you why we get out of bed to run.
The elevation has some short undulations that break the monotony and bring an extra challenge to the course. But without a doubt what takes your breath away in this race are the landscapes! The watch closed 7.78 km in 52:27, average pace of 6:44/km and average HR of 161 bpm.
Light-headed workout, leg doing the work and heart being grateful.
| KM | Pace | GAP | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6:07/km | 6:05/km | 4 m |
| 2 | 6:22/km | 6:15/km | -2 m |
| 3 | 6:19/km | 6:13/km | 4 m |
| 4 | 6:11/km | 6:07/km | -4 m |
| 5 | 6:22/km | 6:08/km | 6 m |
| 6 | 7:41/km | 6:45/km | -9 m |
| 7 | 7:52/km | 7:49/km | 3 m |
| 0.78 | 7:03/km | 6:40/km | 4 m |
Here’s the record of one of Floripa’s most beautiful routes for light running. Beach on one side, coastline on the other, landscape that changes at every curve. Just adjust the pace, breathe deeply and let the island do the rest.