It is a long time (just over a year) since I ran my last 10k so I have been absent from this forum 😕. But a conversation with a work colleague has got me thinking.....🤔
She told me that the local HM was being organised again this year. It is 20 years since the last one! Well of course that is totally out of my reach BUT there is also going to be a 10k....... now that is a bit too tempting! The thing is, the event is in May. Of course I will need some new shoes 😄 and a plan! I remembered our wonderful Ju-ju's 10k plan and set about adapting it just a little to fit the timescale (thanks very much Ju-ju). Can I really get to 10k by May (considering my break from running due to IC) or is this a silly idea?! The positives are 1. I have been running more regularly recently, albeit short distances. 2. The route is flat and mostly even pavements and tracks. 3. I have time to gradually build up the distance, just about! The unknown is whether my ankle will cope.
What do you think lovely friends - is it a crazy plan?!
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6 weeks is ambitious! But you’re running regularly already, 5k is probably no problem and you’ve done 10k in the past. So, no I don’t think it’s a crazy plan. Quite doable really! I read once that everybody is capable of running at least twice the distance they already do and if you can run 5k you can run 10k.
The progression looks like it’s within the 10% rule skysue, but I’d change the 9k to an earlier run in the week so that you are fresher for the 10k. Just listen to your body
You'll do it..you will..You're an experienced runner and you're sensible..You have run 10K before..work out an adaptation of Ju's plan..to suit you...tweak it and balance the long runs out...
I had to tweak the HM plan considerably but still did it.
Look forward to following this and seeing how you go..please keep us posted?,
Not sure about the 'experienced runner' OldFloss, but thank you! Yes, will keep you posted 😊. Just getting ready to go out for a 5k - absolutely beautiful morning ☀️.
Yes, you can do this Sue! You have done the distance before so have the self-confidence...plus Ju Ju's plan is a perfect way to build your distance up!
Yes! In fact I did 3x10secs planks and 10 standing press ups this morning! After my 5k run I did various stretches and a cool down walk 😊.So I am ready for the April Challenge - now I just need a mantra! 'Planks and press ups......' any ideas for a catchy phrase!
Thanks for taking time to reply and your suggestions. Love your name 😀. Do you like puffins? We saw loads when we visited the very northern part of the Highlands. I was captivated, beautiful birds 😊
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I did it! 10K at last!
A run, and different 10k plan philosophies
Magic plan nailed
10K done 😁
What a week 🏃🏻♀️🏃🏻♀️🏃🏻♀️
