The four day heat wave arrived on schedule, as clear skies led to warm then hot temps, with the mercury hovering around 95º (34ºC). The warnings were out- don’t spend too much time in the sun; drink plenty of fluids; avoid hot rooms with no AC, etc, etc. Of course, the runners in a multi-day just dial it down a notch or two, and wait for sections of the day to gather the laps where they may. Six people still made it over sixty miles today, with Vasu Duzhiy taking Day leader honors with 65.3 miles. He finished the 119thlap right on the nose of 1500km, a prelude to more milestones to come. Kaneenika Janakova flashed brilliance again with 62.01 miles, taking back a few laps from her other tough female competitors. 

The problem with heat waves is they last for a few days, so the watch and warnings are still up, and our intrepid runners have to remain smart and cautious as the conditions will dictate what you can and cannot do. One thing is certain, they will all show up tomorrow, and give it a try. Stay cool, friends, in the northern hemisphere.

Kobi Oren-1500km- 12:14:08:17

Vasu Duzhiy-1500km-12:17:58:17

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The 27th Annual Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race

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