BUPA 10mile programme Beginner - week 10!

[RunGirl1989]

Ahh so many good things happened!

First of all, finally my post covid jab tiredness is totally gone, so does not affect my running anymore.

Secondly - yesterday I did my longest run so far 😁 yeeeeeey

Run1 40mins Interval Running - I was still slightly sore and tired, but I went out and did 5.94k! 5mins warm up jog, then 12x 30sec/2min Intervals, then 5 mins cool down jog. It was quite nice I must say, but I felt sore legs for 3 days after. Am I mad if I actually enjoy Intervals?

Run2 50min Easy pace run and I managed 7.2k, legs were still sore, so I took it very steady and treated this run more like a massage for tired legs than anything.

And finally....

Run3 yesterday - 8 miles!!!! (12.87k) sooooo soooo happy!!! I loved it! I was very anxious prior to run and was worried if I will be able to run that far without stop. Luckily my legs were well rested and up for a challenge. The route I chose took me uphill for the first 4k - constant gradual uphill with a few flat bits. It wasn't easy, but I powered through, keeping in mind that after that initial uphill, I will have rest of the way either flat or downhill. It was a good plan, because after 9k I was already looking at Garmin to check how much longer 🥵.

I have no idea how it happened, but the last 1.5k I felt energy blast (maybe because I knew I am almost at home) and I ran fast ( 5:50/km which is fast for me).

I cannot say how proud I was of myself and how happy it made me to see that I actually outdone myself! 8 miles 🤯 wow seriously my mind is blown. I am amazed that my body can do it.

It feels fantastic to go beyond one's perceived limits. Unbelievable!

Hope everyone's week was good and full of running!

[Frizzbomb67 Graduate10]

Wow! Well done 🥳 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 That was a great split too. I love intervals. I think it brings out the child in me but gives the middle aged woman in me a rest as well 😂Your 10 mile goal is in sight!

[RunGirl1989 Graduate10 in reply to Frizzbomb67]

Thank you Frizzbomb67 xYeah it can be a lot of fun running Intervals, I noticed it myself too, that it brings smile on face, when it is time for a sprint again haha

[buzzards Graduate10]

That's fantastic. Congratulations! 👏👏I think you've nailed it with your comment about going "beyond one's perceived limits."

[RunGirl1989 Graduate10 in reply to buzzards]

Ahh thank you buzzards xI really believe that now too x

I believe, we tend to underestimate ourselves, don't you think? 😘

[buzzards Graduate10 in reply to RunGirl1989]

Absolutely!

[Mormor1 Graduate10]

I like splits too, you know it's going to stop soon! Do you run fast for 30 and jog fir 2" or the other way round?

[RunGirl1989 Graduate10 in reply to Mormor1]

Yes, I run fast for 30seconds and then 2 minutes of light jog.I am planning to increase fast sprint into 45seconds soon

[WhizzyTwix Graduate10]

That's amazing, well done! I dream of getting to 8 miles! p.s I also like intervals!

[RunGirl1989 Graduate10 in reply to WhizzyTwix]

Thank you xYou'll get there! If I can, then everyone can 🙂

How adorable picture you have x

[WhizzyTwix Graduate10 in reply to RunGirl1989]

Thank you, it's my dog Riley, he's a rescue and very naughty! He's a good running companion though 😀

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate]

What a great report! 3 runs for the price of 1, brilliant 🤩. You are so near that 10 miles, it’s one of my favourite distances (well, once I’ve done it and got my feet up after 😂). A great plan to do the first 4k uphill, and a very atmospheric photo. Well done 👍.

[RunGirl1989 Graduate10 in reply to Frenc]

Ah thanks Frenc! What distance are you up to now?

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to RunGirl1989]

Well I’ve managed 2 HMs but I’m not going to lie, they hurt, especially the 2nd one - I wasn’t ready for it. At the moment I’m trying to do a fair few hills but life seems to be getting in the way a bit what with work, booster, antibiotics for a tooth etc! Will just keep plodding along 🤣.

[RunGirl1989 Graduate10 in reply to Frenc]

Wow! Well done on your half marathons!Fantastic achievement!

Don't stop running x

You're already done amazing runs

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to RunGirl1989]

Ah thank you, and don’t worry, I won’t stop running - and nor should you! 😊😊

[RunGirl1989 Graduate10 in reply to Frenc]

Nah, i won't either - I enjoy it too much, even the painful parts of it