Thank you to all of you, who have posted questions. I have taken the advice shared with you guys and had a Magic 10k today.

[Oldmanofhoy]

I had been struggling to break the 45 minute barrier in my runs. I always felt I had enough in the tank to complete a 60 minute run, but mentally couldn’t break through.

I read some of the community posts/ questions in the 10k group and Aldo put a post up too, seeking any advice.

I did it today👍 10k and sub 60 minutes( by 48 seconds). Feel on top of the world.

Slowed down and took 3 days rest from running. I am absolutely elated.

Big thanks from me to all the administrators who help keep us on track with sound advice and lots of encouragement. I have taken your experience and knowledge and reached another milestone successfully.

Consolidation runs now, until New Year, then next challenge. Half Marathon run without stopping.

Many thanks to you all

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[linda9389 Graduate10]

Wow, that's a brilliant achievement. Slowed down ... and came in under 60 minutes? Very well done to you

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10 in reply to linda9389]

Thanks for the kind words Linda. It’s down to the fantastic advice I have read and been provided with from this running community.

Recovery from the run has been a bit longer today. So rest day tomorrow and shorter run next time out.

Happy running Linda. Just happy I am able to run.

😎

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Well done! 👏👏 I can only dream of slowing down to sub 60 minutes for a 10k!

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thanks for your generous comments cheekychipmunks.

I had read some of your warm words of encouragement to other runners who had posted up on the community board. I used some of your knowledge and experience in my own run today.

Thank you for sharing cheekychipmunks, your encouragement for others helped me too.

Happy running.

Thanks again.😎

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10 in reply to Oldmanofhoy]

Thank you so much OMH! I love to pass on encouragement to others as I still receive plenty myself, and I know how much it has helps me.

These forums are truly amazing. I run a mile from most social media, but these two boards are definitely the exception. ❤️

Happy running! 😀👍

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

Congratulations and so speedy. Yes I found 2 days rest after the long run is beneficial. 👏👏👏🍾🥂🏅🎓

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10 in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks and 🍻 Dexy5. Always nice to receive warm comments.

Will be taking a couple of days rest too. A little sore and some creaky aches today🤣

Happy running Dexy5.

👍👍👍👍👍

[JonathanP Graduate10]

Fantastic to achieve 10k and sub-60 in the same run! Totally agree that reading others' posts and direct support plays a big part in our achievements 😀

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

Thanks JonathanP. I find the support provided inspirational and helps spur me on.

Such a fantastic community to share their knowledge, insights and experiences. Very happy to be a part of it.

Thanks again and happy running JonathanP.

👍👍👍👍👍

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

Congratulations on reaching that 10k mark Oldmanofhoy, it is a long way, you should be very proud of what you have acheived. Such a fast time too!

Well done and happy running😊x

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10]

Thank you Bluebirdrunner.

It’s through Runner’s like you and many others( to many to mention) that I have been able to draw inspiration from and achieve my own milestones.

Really appreciate your warm comments. They will be read iver and over again, (along with the other fantastic comments I have received) when I need to find some inspirational warm words.

Happy running Bluebirdrunner.

👍👍👍👍👍👍

[Hidden]

Wow, well done - i can't get anywhere near that fast for 10k

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Flick. If I can run as good as you in the future I will be very happy.

Are you doing your everyday run? I have every confidence in you. You got the spirit, you got the courage, go Flick go🥇 we are all rooting for you.

Thanks for the warm words. They are lovely to receive.

Happy running Flick👍👍👍👍

[Hidden in reply to Oldmanofhoy]

Thank you! 😊 yes day 2 done. You’re doing great with running, really good time and pace

[MutleyShuffle Graduate10]

Wowee Oldmanofhoy, you are super fast! Huge congrats on your speedy 10k 👏🏃👍 Enjoy your well-earned rest! 😁

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10 in reply to MutleyShuffle]

Than you MuttleyShuffle. Really kind of you to post a warm comment on my success.

I see you are quickly becoming a veteran in running. I note your ever growing successes in your profile. Well done you👍👍👍. Muttley done you proud too, helping you run in your early running. Tip my hat to Muttley, with respect🤣

Really appreciate your encouragement MuttleyShuffle.

Happy running👍👍👍👍👍👍

[MutleyShuffle Graduate10 in reply to Oldmanofhoy]

Thank you! Mutley sends you wags and licks! 🐕🐾

[Deals1 Graduate10]

Well done. I wouldn't say slowed down and did it in less than an hour! Thats great. I'd be well pleased

[Oldmanofhoy Graduate10]

Thanks for your warm words Deals1.

In my message I was was trying to covey the mantra of “slow and steady” which is what helped me reach my goal. If I have come across as crass, I am sorry, it wasn’t intended.

Happy running Desls1👍👍👍👍👍