I had intended to run yesterday, but it was pouring with rain first thing and then there were various other demands on my time! So this morning I had everything charged and ready, quick cuppa and Iβm off.
This was going to be my longer run and I had planned for 75 minutes, an increase of 15 minutes on last Saturdayβs run. I would aim to keep it in Zone 3.
Itβs drizzling as I start to run, but I donβt mind. I set off slowly, in Zone 2 for the first kilometre. As I run round my familiar course, I realise how humid it is! It makes running much heavier going, but Iβm not running fast, just taking it steady, so I should be fine.
My heart rate obviously reflects the inclines so I slow right down as much as I can on the uphill parts without actually walking! Although Iβm experimenting with Jeffing, itβs once a week and my other runs are straight runs with no walking breaks.
I get to 60 minutes and Iβm running up an incline struggling to keep in Zone 3. I decide not to worry about it any more and start to pick up the pace a little. Not too much, this run is about stamina and taking it steady. I reach the top of the road where Iβm staying and enjoy the downhill stretch until the end of the run.
Iβm pleased with this slow run. I ran steadily enough to keep going without any walking breaks. Next weekend Iβll probably do the same distance again before increasing the time, but Iβll see how I feel on the day. Tuesdayβs run Iβll be Jeffing π.
Happy Sunday running! ππ