Glorious New 10k Route

[buzzards]

Four weeks ago I extended my 10k route and ran to Greenwich Park and back home to again.

I made sure I was well hydrated yesterday as I found I felt heavy in the legs on my 2 runs earlier this week and I know I did not drink enough on the days before.

I've learned it's best to eat something prior to my 10k runs and porridge fits the bill perfectly. It really helped as I didn't feel hungry afterwards, although I really enjoyed my bagel and Moroccan topped hummus when I got home.

I started my run at 8.00 am, it was cool and hazy with a light breeze. This morning I decided to run along the Thames Path from Deptford to Central London and ended up running to Vauxhall Station on what was a beautiful, warm day. ☀️🌞

There were lots of tourists and runners about, but not so many that I had to dodge them. Early is definitely better on this route from London Bridge onwards.

By the time I reached Shakespeare's Globe and Tate Modern, the sun was blazing in a beautiful blue sky and I never tire of hearing Big Ben's bongs. 🔔🔔

When I finished the run I drank the 500ml of water I had in a soft flask but needed more so bought a 500ml bottle and drank that on my way home.

Normally I run with music but I did the entire run with no music, podcasts or audio. Slow and steady always. I found this 'naked' run really enjoyable and satisfying.

Happy Easter everyone. 😊

[Instructor57 Graduate10]

What a great run ! 👏👏👏Well done 😬

[buzzards Graduate10 in reply to Instructor57]

Thanks, it felt great.

[ForbiddenPlanet Graduate10]

Sounds lovely, and very scenic. A bit jealous of your running route. 😍

On a sunny day I could never believe how golden the Big Ben tower is - or used to be - haven't seen it since it's been worked on. 🤔

[buzzards Graduate10 in reply to ForbiddenPlanet]

The route is amazing.

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate]

Well done @buzzards, it sounds as though you took in all the sites and then some! 😊

[buzzards Graduate10 in reply to Frenc]

I only stopped twice to take pictures but could have stopped to take more.

[CBDB Graduate10]

Brilliant! A new route! And what a brilliant route it is! Gorgeous! And well done for another 10k!

[buzzards Graduate10 in reply to CBDB]

Thanks, I absolutely loved it. I love running along the river.

[Mudita11 Graduate10]

Sounds fantastic! X

[GailXrunning]

Fantastic run - and really loved reading your post. There are some great adventures to be had touring the city by running.👍🙌

[buzzards Graduate10]

Thanks Gail. There are lots of options in central London. I need include more green spaces so I'll be looking at routes in and around large parks as well.