Monday I did my usual 5k route - that's on the road along the top of Portsdown Hill and then back through side roads running parallel. I now usually go just after rush hour as that lessens both the exhaust fumes and having to dodge children walking to school - one of the benefits of being retired! It was a beautiful if cold morning and the views across the Solent are great - I will take a photo one of these days! PB 27.59😀
Weds is 10k day - my route starts the same as the 5k then down to the bottom of the hill(!) before circling round and back up the north side. My strange music choice this week is working through the out-takes from Dylan's Blood on the Tracks (numerous takes of Tangled up in Blue et al!) - as it's 6 CDs, should keep me going for a while! Another beautiful but cold day. PB 1.01.58😀
Today was parkrun at Portsmouth Lakeside - not too cold and perfect weather for running. I started off fast (still haven't got the hang of negative splits!) and was rewarded with PB 28.30 😀 Age-graded was 57.78% and for the first time I was in the top half of the field (185 of 382).
A bonus also was that I think the exercises my NHS physio gave me for a longstanding backache seem to be paying off which is a relief. The ache only comes on when I walk, not run - there must be a moral there!
Happy running one and all!
Written by
JonathanP
Graduate10
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
What a fantastic week of runs JP, with three excellent new PBs! Obviously all that hill work you’re doing once a week as part of your 10K is really paying off! ...Maybe you’re not as crazy as I first thought 🤔😂
I bet you do get a spectacular view out over the Solent up there. I catch glimpses when I’m driving up on the hill, but never want to look for too long! 😬 What a lovely place to run, with Dylan’s masterpiece too.
Congratulations on your hat trick of PBs JonathanP. I am very impressed with your running down and up Portsdown too - you must be getting very fit . You are made of tough stuff oop north. 😂
As you know, I checked your progress at parkrun yesterday and spotted your brilliant PB. You would have been sheltered from the wind there. I think we’ll come and join you when UTS isn’t playing hockey next. We had record attendance of over 540 at Southsea this week.
Thanks Dexy - I think the hill work is paying dividends😀.
Wow, that is a big turnout. You're right, I didn't really notice a wind at Lakeside this week. Would be great to see you both and we could grab a coffee afterwards.
A really great week of running Jonathan... and good to hear your back is less troublesome too.
Have you tried engaging the glutes when walking too, stand taller/straighter and tuck/squeeze the pelvis, it might help with posture and ease your backache. x
Thanks Bluebirdrunner - useful advice. The physio suggested I pay more attention to my posture and walk more upright, with shoulders back - I'm making an effort to do that and I'm sure it's helping, so will also try what you've outlined. 😀
Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.
Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.
That was the best 
It's warm for running take a drink
A more gentle Club run
