Lovely "little" chilled-out 5k

Hey there lovely runnies!

Just a quick post from me, not much to report other than I finally managed to slow down on this morning's 5k run, and I really appreciated the change in pace.

Today was a lovely 5k along my favourite canal route, and it was lovely. Slightly chilly to begin with, but that was just perfect for me, as I do get quite hot. I deliberately tried not to rush. I was aiming for about 34 or 35 minutes. I came in at 33:20 but that's an improvement where going slow is concerned. Nothing else to report really, other than even after a couple of miles walk with the girls this afternoon, my legs feel great, and all is good with the world.

Take care everyone, run safely!

Neil

[Hidden]

Sounds nice Neil. When did 5km become “just a quick run” ?well done on slowing down. Me, I just pick one of my hilly routes. I’m beginning to hate them less 😉

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

I know! I feel slightly guilty if I don’t do 5k now, which is silly

[Oldfloss Administrator 60minGraduate]

Nice one Neil.... these quick runs are a joy! Sounds lovely...

[Hidden in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks Floss! Well it wasn’t as quick as normal, and that’s what was so lovely about it. No pressure, just pure enjoyment.

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Your slow is definitely faster than my quickest Neil , you greyhound 🏃‍♀️🐌

[Hidden in reply to Dexy5]

I'm thinking more going grey than greyhound. I'm starting to eye up "just for men" in Boots now lol

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

🤣

[Sadie-runs Graduate10]

That sounds perfect, Neil. I like the 5km distance now - it’s enough to feel like a “good” run, but not so knackering, more energising. Glad to hear the pins are doing well. 😁

Well done, buddy. xxx

[Hidden in reply to Sadie-runs]

Thank you Sadie dear! Yes, I feel exactly the same. It’s nearly a year since my first 8 minutes of running, I honestly can’t believe I’m still doing it, and finding it fun!

[Sandraj39 Graduate10]

Sounds like a lovely run - I think a few of us are enjoying this cooler weather too.☺

[Hidden in reply to Sandraj39]

Oh yes, I do not do well in heat and humidity. Today was just perfect temperature wise

[DebJogsOn]

Lovely day all round 😊

[Hidden in reply to DebJogsOn]

Aye does that mean you’ve done something exciting today then?

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10]

Good for you Hidden ...sounds lovely...as much as we all love being on holiday I am looking forward to running on the canal when I get home, I’ve missed it so much...will you take me with you if you run there again this week? 😉

[Hidden in reply to Mummycav]

Hi mummycav, yes it was lovely, I do so enjoy running along the towpath. And as soon as you’re back, yes we should go on a virtual canal run, or even a real one! You’re somewhere near Huddersfield aren’t you? Only an hour away by car, or we could run and meet in the middle!

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10]

I am Neil....we’ll have to arrange it! 🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏼‍♀️

[icklegui]

oh sounds wonderful. Hope you've had a lovely rest day today!

[Elfe5 60minGraduate]

Sounds wonderful. Remember all those months ago when that tow path was hard going? - and look at you now! Fantastic!😃