Woke up this morning should I go running? It was raining, it was 12 degrees, what should I wear? Of course I should but for how long? Long sleeve top, Garmin, HRM, compression shorts, shorts to cover the compression, socks shoes, select Laura Stamina on my phone, headphones and off I go.
Yes it was cold to start but balmy by the time I finished. It was wet, there were deep puddles on the bridle ways. It was tough. Start running at 155 bpm for 10 mins seems easy, slower than normal, 1st mile in 10:52. But a lot of uphill for me and I walked at the top. This is tougher than you think. Next 10 mins upto 160bpm. 1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4..... Maybe it's not so bad. Doh another bloomin hill. Another mile in 10:45. Keep at 160 for 10 mins. Okay run past the sawmill, for about 5 mins, turn round run back. I know I'm on my way back now. Downhill is beckoning. 10:39 for that mile. Last 5 mins let's step it up to 165. You must be kidding - oh well it is only 5 mins.
I made 4 then had to stop to get my breath back and my heart rate down. Last 30 seconds - oh what the hell start running up the steep hill. And you've finished. Fantastic.
Laura says remember the satisfaction you get at challenging yourself. Wise words Laura. Now basking in my post run glow.
Get back and check garmin. Wow look at how consistent the pace is, my foot striking the ground, and how my heart rate keeps track of the hills
What fun I've had and it's not 9 o'clock yet
Happy running all!
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I'm going to try stamina next week - without the hills for my first time I think! Cracking run, it is nice to go back to Laura now and then for a pep talk
Hey KittyKat007, I did the speed podcast yesterday and it was nice and short, so I think that's a good one if you're feeling a bit reticent - you know you'll be back in the warmth with a hot coffee soon Hope you have a great run once you get out x
I woke up at 7 and debated with myself whether to go for a run. But fortunately (!) I had a 9 o'clock conference call that needed some prep work doing beforehand, so I really couldn't afford spend 90 minutes on getting dressed, running, stretching and showering. With the comforting thought I turned around to the other side and snoozed another hour
what a brilliant post, I have always wondered about doing the stamina one but got more focussed on increasing distance when what I probably need is a quick fast sessions to improve times and get fitness up because I'm okay at the minute but feel to be plodding not running.
Way to go GF! Those Steppings Stones podcasts are way useful! Your pace there is metronome steady. The music is a bit wierd but it works! Good for you, and like you say all before 9.00 am
I was out yesterday evening in the cold and rain but I was soon warmed up and the rain helped, I felt dead toasty by the time I'd done
Enjoy the rest of the day basking in the afterglow GF!
Excellent MW. Weather doesn't hold as much sway over me now. As I was walking back I thought before this running lark the last time I went out wearing just a T-shirt in the cold (without alcohol) was when I was about 11 years old
I did that podcast again today too, kinda sneaky isn't it! I love all those stats, I've only got Runkeeper! How far did you over all together, over 3 miles? I managed 4KM...not sure what that is in miles..
I was a complete wuss in cold weather but you soon get used to it. I was amazed that I did. It makes you move your butt doesn't it. I do very brisk warm-ups when the mercury plummets. Like my legs will catch fire. LOL My arms too for that matter.
OOh that IS good! Well done. I'm envious! I didn't include my warm up/down, I know that's about half a KM each way, so I set Runkeeper going as I start to run.What wonderful piece of technology are you using? xx
Garmin 620 which is marvellous but pricey. I like tracking my whole exercise as sometimes I end up quite far from home
Googling Garmin 620....ouch that is quite pricey! I#'d love one, but I'm allergic to metal, I can see metal on the buckle... Never mind, at my stage Runkeeper works quite well.
It was the audifuel podcast drilling in 1,2,3,4. I have to admit I was delighted at the steadiness despite the hills. Also being able to see the cadence step up as the BPMs changed. No Rico today I wouldn't have had a hope of a steady pace with him!
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Never mind, at my stage Runkeeper works quite well. 
Beware the C25K+ Stamina podcast!
Stamina podcast anybody?
Stepping Stones/Speed/stamina podcasts
Stamina podcast:(
Tips on using Speed, Stamina and Stepping stones podcasts...
