This was a solid final easy run before the last marathon-pace rehearsal: 6.1 km at 6:42/km, with normal legs and no reported discomfort.
The effort felt manageable, but the heart-rate response was a little higher than ideal for an easy taper run, likely influenced by cold weather, warm clothing, running in the afternoon, and running after lunch.
The takeaway is that the body is still responding well, but Sunday's workout should be treated as a controlled rehearsal, not as another fitness test.
Takeaway. Keep the final marathon-pace workout controlled. The goal is to rehearse rhythm and confidence, not to add fatigue one week before race day.
Next step. W15D7 Long Run. Final marathon-pace rehearsal before race week. Run the middle block at controlled marathon rhythm and finish feeling fresh.