My first 10k run!

[fed68]

I did my first 10k run on Sunday! I wrote about it on another thread, but was encouraged to make a new one to share.

I ran on the Monsal Trail in the Peak District, where I was staying for my union conference. It was perfect timing to have reached the 10k run that weekend. I’d been a bit concerned about running a trail alone, quite early in the morning. I needn’t have been - there were lots of other runners, walkers and cyclists on the trail already. As it’s a decommissioned railway line, the route was actually flatter than the usual ones I run in South East London!

The first 5k felt like a bit of a slog, despite the beauty of the route. But I really picked up a second wind when I turned round to run back. I felt really in control and relaxed the whole way back, and ended up with a much faster time than I’d expected (1.09).

I’ve run 3 times a week since early January, and I’m taking this week off. I’m exhausted from having taken too little annual leave this year, and I’ve had a niggle in my thigh for the last few weeks. It feels weird not to be running, and I’m struggling to feel ok with it. What if the niggle doesn’t get better? What if I never get back into running?!

But I’m still proud of myself for Sunday. I was also elected Women’s Officer of my union that weekend, so lots of stuff to be happy about.

Thanks for the encouragement!

[Sandraj39 Graduate10]

Well done on your first 10k! I think our lovely Oldfloss ran her trail half marathon on the Monsal trail earlier this year - it sounds lovely. Scheduling in run breaks is actually very good practice - I promise you won't lose the love in a few days and will come back revived! Enjoy the rest whilst you reflect on your recent achievements!😀👍

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

Congratulations on your 10k fed68 - I think that’s pretty close to Oldfloss too. Well done on your new union appointment too.

[Dowat Graduate10]

Very well done on both your first 10k run and Union appointment. Both big achievements. Hope you got a big run buzz and enjoyed the trail too. Congratulations!👏👏

[Tinker5393 Graduate10]

Congratulations on your 10k . Fast time. Should be seeing that badge soon . Enjoy your week off. 🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️🤸‍♀️🍾

[Rubinstar Graduate10]

I’m sure you will back to running soon, might be worth a trip to a good physio for a bit of help with it.

Good luck with the Women’s Officer role 👏👏👏👏

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate10]

Glad it went as well as we thought it would Well done you!!!

The niggle will go.. and you will run again

[grumpyoldgirl]

What a week you've had, fed! You must be buzzing, just enjoy it 👏👏

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

Hi fed68, lovely run report. So pleased you ran your first 10k on such a pretty route. Those first few kilometres are always the toughest aren't they!

Sounds like a fab weekend all round, with your elected position too👍😊

Hope that niggle settles with a bit of rest.

Congratulations and your shiny badge looks great!😊xxx

[JonathanP Graduate10]

Well done ! That first 10k really feels special! Congratulations also on your election - more power to your elbow👍