7 runs post graduation progress

[Skeg]

7 runs post graduation is about time I came to the Bridge to 10K. My progress to- date: couch 2 5K in 53 days run 1 rest 1. At least 5.1K measured on basic app and car mileage, time was 36.5 min. Since graduation still run 1 rest 1: a few distance runs to now 7K at 48 mins. Also a 20 min warm up run followed by part way up a long steep hill for 12 mins, not fully run but pleasantly surprised. Last run was Sarah interval, somewhat a farce as tone deaf and at nigh on 74 the usual hearing loss thus running to the beat was what beat 🙂. Due to age stamina more important than speed? On that I'm thinking is run 1 rest 1(so now 67 days) stopping me increasing speed? Target is Park run sometime, registered awaiting key fob.

[SkiMonday Graduate10]

Hi Skeg. I agree that you're ready for Bridge to 10k! I'm not sure what you meant about the rest days but it's still important to take a day off between runs. The FAQs back on C25k have a whole load of info that's still relevant (I still refer back to them now and then and I'm up to 20 miles now).

Having lots of candles on your birthday cake doesn't mean that you can't work on speed but stamina is important for all of us. Just don't work on speed and distance at the same time!

Welcome to Bridge to 10k!

[Skeg Graduate10 in reply to SkiMonday]

Thanks for the welcome and advice. I have a lot to learn which is fine. This morning was first Laura stamina run which actually ended up knocking 1.5 mins off my 5K time.

[SkiMonday Graduate10 in reply to Skeg]

Wow! That's a big speed up! I suspect that most runners are constantly learning, either reading up on aspects of running or trying out new things.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Hi Skeg, so glad you’ve come over here to join us. This forum is chock full of advice and general running chitchat. 😀

You might enjoy the Magic 10 plan. It’s a varied plan over 8 weeks (so encourages intervals and strength exercises as well as gradually increasing your distance) which takes you to 60 minutes running or 10k. You’re almost at the former in any case. 👍 It’s a pinned post on here. Maybe have a look. 👀 😀

Happy running - and good luck when you do your first parkrun. You’re sure to love it! With your 5k time you’re definitely ready! 👏👏

[Skeg Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thanks for the welcome. I'll have a look at the Magic Plan. This mornings tip from Laura was lift your knees up which I tried at times. It certainly felt like it was helping me move quicker. I'm thinking yes I could do a parkrun but after that tip I might try to improve my technique first, but I see how it goes.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10 in reply to Skeg]

The great thing about parkrun is that it doesn’t matter two hoots how you look or how fast/slow you run. You’ll see everyone from elite sub 16 minute runners to new mums/dads walking with their buggies, and everything in between. 😀

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

We had a Cani-Cross runner complete Swindon last week in 14 mins 😳 but I’ve recorded one of the slowest parkrun times (while not volunteering as rail-walker) walking the full 5k with a young friend recovering from a heart problem, in 1hr 15m. It was incredibly enjoyable and she is inspirational - several ‘spectators’ rocked up the next week to give it a go because they saw her and realised it was just for the gazelles 😁👏

[Equi-geek Graduate10 in reply to Skeg]

Honestly, if you can run 5k you are totally ready for Parkrun, don’t give it a second thought and just go. If you’re worried about running it go and watch or, better still, volunteer with your barcode instead which will be hugely appreciated and you’ll get to know people. Also you get a free t-shirt when you volunteer 25 times and will quickly be part of the Parkrun family. It’s hugely motivational and free 👍

[Skeg Graduate10 in reply to Equi-geek]

Thank you. Pre C25K my foot was playing up but found although hikes were out brisk walking was ok. That's how I got into running. At times those walks happened to coincide with parkruns. So yes a mixed bag of folks having ago. Headwise I'm telling myself must do well. I know that's nonsense as just doing it is fine. So to overcome that If life permits next Saturday is my aim.