My muddy 10k trail run turned in to a 14k!

[Sandraj39]

...and I am very pleased because I am now nearly back to where I was in November, before the dreaded lurgies struck! Will hopefully manage a10 miler (16k) next weekend and then maybe (just maybe) I will be ready for the Bath Half in March!😀😀🏃🏽‍♀️Happy running this weekend to everyone.🙂

[Dunder2004 Graduate10]

Well done Sandra. I was squelching about in the mud earlier and was completely knackered after a 2.7K run/walk.

[Sandraj39 Graduate10 in reply to Dunder2004]

I did the first 10k (slowly!) on the trail and yes, it was so slippy, which is quite hard work isn't it? Then back on to pavements for the next 4, which was quite a bit easier to run on! 🙂

[Dunder2004 Graduate10 in reply to Sandraj39]

Yes it is definitely hard work. Even in good conditions with firmer ground, running on trails is tough peddling. We have an exaggerated running style on uneven ground to avoid tripping which burns more energy - I think.

Looking forward to your HM?

[Sandraj39 Graduate10 in reply to Dunder2004]

I am thanks Dunder, although I still feel I have a fair amount of work to do! I would like to cover the distance before race day, just so that I know I can do it! Always lacking a bit of confidence in myself unfortunately, despite running giving me more than I had before!🙂

[givman]

Way to go Sandra!!

That's brilliantl!!

Gra

[Sandraj39 Graduate10 in reply to givman]

Thanks Gra!☺

[davelinks Graduate10]

Glad to hear your back on line Sandra!😊

[Sandraj39 Graduate10 in reply to davelinks]

Thank you, Dave☺

[Anniemurph Graduate10]

Wow, that's amazing - well done! Well, probably for you it's not amazing, but I can't even conceive of running that distance! I'm sure you will be ready for the Bath Half - is that a trail run or road? Great stuff!

[Sandraj39 Graduate10 in reply to Anniemurph]

The Bath Half is all on road, Annie. I really want to prove to myself I can get the distance! 😮 I did a 10 mile road run (Great South Run) in October so am happy running on road, although trails are where my heart lies! And, it is still hard work, but always worth it!😩🏃🏽‍♀️😀!