Seems a good day for First 10k's

[MrFox001]

Hi All,

I managed to complete mine today as well see stats from runkeeper below. I did have an attack of cramp in the left calf at 6k though so had to steady the pace to keep going i thought i was going to have to stop but somehow i kept going. It was my first run with those amazing aftershokz head phones and i think a combination of Nick Cave down on Jubilee Street and sheer bloodymindness got me through. Now i need to recover.

I would probably get arrested for my current re hydration technique which seems to consist of some large Gin and Tonics and nutrition isn't a strong point ether something i need to address i know.

I don't post much but i read everyone's positive and useful messages so thank you everyone for the inspiration.

Onward to 21k. Happy Running.

Distance 10.01 Time 1hr 10 mins Elevation Climb 136m Av Speed 7.04

[Deals1 Graduate10]

hey this sounds good, maybe you have discovered a new fuel?!

well done you!! enjoy your celebrating and get your badge

[MrFox001 Graduate10 in reply to Deals1]

Thank you but my calf isn't thanking me at the moment. I really must sort out the Nutrition and hydration side of things i'm rubbish and sometimes not even that good!!!

[Bridget007]

Well done 👍🏻 🎉👍🏻🎉 that’s brilliant 😃 and I like the sound of your hydration technique 🍸 although I would probably fall over if I tried that after a run on an empty stomach 🤣🤣

[MrFox001 Graduate10 in reply to Bridget007]

Nick Cave and G&T the perfect running mix. Thanks for the kind words much appreciated.

[Beachcomber66 Graduate10]

Great run Foxtrot. Excellent time for a first 10k....won’t comment on the cramp.....you clearly know what you have to do! Celebration G&T doesn’t count of course!🥇🥇🥇👍

[MrFox001 Graduate10 in reply to Beachcomber66]

Hiya thanks you for the reply and kind words i'm just hopeless on the Nutrition/Hydration side of things and as i go further i'm beginning to realise ,sometimes the hard way, that this is equally important. I hope the few days rest i will take now will give me the opportunity to sort myself out. I'm aiming for my first Half Marathon at the end of June.

[Beachcomber66 Graduate10]

I buy Zero soluble tablets. They taste nicer than plain water and I drink more as a result. Gin and tonic tastes better though 🍸😊

[MrFox001 Graduate10]

Ha Ha thank you for the tip i will get some of those as i do need to get myself sorted out. I'm afraid the G&T's are here to stay hence why i need to run further and further. LOL.

[JonathanP Graduate10]

Congratulations Mr Fox! Really good time too for your first 10k. Nick Cave is an interesting choice for a running playlist! All the best for your next goal.

[MrFox001 Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

LOL. Give it a try Nick is just the best when you are crapping unexpectedly at 6k. Thanks for the kind words

[MrFox001 Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

That should read Cramping. I really must cut down on the Tonic with these Gin's. LOL

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to MrFox001]

😀

[Jell6 Graduate10 in reply to MrFox001]

😂😂😂😂💩 I was going to say you can edit your post, but please leave it 😂😂😂

Oh and many congratulations on your 10k🍾🍾🎊🎊🎉🎉

[MrFox001 Graduate10 in reply to Jell6]

Thank you for your kind words. Editing is a step to far. Original is always best even if unintentional!!!

[Jell6 Graduate10 in reply to MrFox001]

🤣🤣, it made me laugh for quite some time.

[jayval70 Graduate10]

Well done 👍 and a great time too. Good luck with the next leg of your journey 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

[MrFox001 Graduate10 in reply to jayval70]

Thank you i am determined to do that half marathon and the further i go the more i'm enjoying it.

[Wizziewood Graduate10]

Brilliant! ... Good speed/time, well done!

I think we all deserve a G & T from time to time!