Triple 7’s - NRC

[Jools2020]

I didn’t set out to do this particular interval workout! In fact, I was going to do a 3K run, but I set off too fast. I wasn’t concentrating. By the time I looked at my watch, I’d already been running for about 5 minutes so decided on a change of plan. I enjoy doing that sometimes 😀

I’ve done this Nike Run Club workout before and I like it. 7 minutes running at 5K pace followed by 2.5 minutes walking - to be done 3 times. Now I have trouble plucking my 5K pace out of the air! It varies so much, so I just run quite fast 🤣 Works for me! Definitely ended up running faster than my 5K pace though.

Rather than faff about trying to find this guided run on my mobile as I was running, I just used my watch to time it. It worked well and I enjoyed it. I would have liked the stats for the running segments but didn’t have a workout set up on my watch ….

It was a lovely morning to be out running, although still humid. I certainly had a workout and made sure I did my stretches afterwards. Now for coffee! 😊🥵🏃‍♀️☕️

[Beatlesforever Graduate10]

Very nice 😃 it's good to go with the flow, it makes things more interesting. I really like that run too, it's challenging enough that you feel like you've definitely had a workout but with enough breaks that you don't feel wiped out afterwards 👍 well done, enjoy your coffee ☕

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Beatlesforever]

Exactly! It’s a good run. I enjoy 60s as well - although that one is definitely easier 😊

[Birdlady64 Graduate10]

Great improvisation Jools! Wot no porridge to go with the coffee? 😁

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Birdlady64]

Thanks, Diane! Banana first today - then coffee - then porridge! 😊

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate]

I like ked that run but found it quite hard. Leaves you feeling energised. 😃

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun]

Yes it’s hard! Especially the last running segment. But you’re right - I recovered quickly and am now energised 😊

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Jools2020]

A great start to your day then 😃

[Runninggirl59 60minGraduate]

Sounds likea good run Jools, I am very jealous but glad you are progressing well. I love banana sliced up on my porridge!

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Runninggirl59]

Thanks! I top mine with a splash of maple syrup, too.

Are you managing to swim?

[Runninggirl59 60minGraduate in reply to Jools2020]

Well, I've bought a new swimming costume so I must be intending to! My left eye is swollen due to severe hayfever so when it settles down I will take the plunge, so to speak. I was also checking out spin classes but really can't work up any enthusiasm for that and they are in the evening, plenty of time for me to make excuses not to go. So just yoga at the moment. I'm really impressed with your progress Jools, you are back on it 😀

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Runninggirl59]

Oh yes, new swimsuit! First step 🤣 Hay fever is awful - the pollen count must be high.

Anything you can do to help your fitness will be helpful. Yoga is good. I really must do something other than walking on my rest days. Swimming would be great but I’ve never been to the leisure centre and just can’t pluck up the courage to go on my own.

I do think I’m getting fitter although it’s sometimes a struggle to keep going! Really look forward to my ‘no effort’ runs 😊

[Runninggirl59 60minGraduate in reply to Jools2020]

Yeah, I'm struggling to get myself to the local pool if I'm honest. I like swimming but hate the 'palava' of getting changed, showered etc. I do prefer to go on my own though then I can go at my pace, same with running. Each to their own. I can understand it can ve daunting if you are in a new area though. 🧜‍♀️

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Runninggirl59]

I’ve just lost confidence. Going to the running club was really difficult, although I did it - but can’t manage the leisure centre just yet!

[Runninggirl59 60minGraduate in reply to Jools2020]

You're doing really well, you will get there x

[Frankenfoot23]

That looks like a lovely run Great picture. It's so hard to set off slowly isn't it! The excitement of a run after waiting for 48 hours is just too much. Usually after a couple of minutes I'm like, oh - oh, done it again, slower slower Enjoy that lovely post run feeling!

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Frankenfoot23]

Yes, it is hard! The scene in the photo is typical for here. Although quite built up, there are lots of paths like this through green areas, often with houses on one side.

[Frizzbomb67 Graduate10]

I like that run too. I’m a big fan of interval runs generally and like the walking bits just as much as the running bits 😂

Banana and porridge for me too but I like it all heated together so the banana blends in, with a few sultanas for sweetness. Yum 😋

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Frizzbomb67]

I like bananas blended in, too! But sometimes I forget and eat one as soon as I get back 🤣