Just about managed week 7...

[Beatlesforever]

So, W7R3 completed yesterday. Toughest run of the three, despite the glorious setting! This was definitely the closest I've come to not finishing a run but I did push through it... I was hoping these longer runs would get a bit easier, not tougher 😥 Anyone else struggle with this week?

[reluctantrunner76 Graduate]

I'm just one run behind you and felt exactly the same yesterday. I didn't know if it was because I was tired or if it was later in the day than I normally run but about 3/4 of the way round I was having a real huff and puff. Just like you kept going though. Keep telling myself it's miles in the bank. Next one tomorrow. Keep it up:)!!!

[Beatlesforever Graduate in reply to reluctantrunner76]

Yes, that's what I keep telling myself! Next one tomorrow for me as well, 28 mins.... Last run of our holiday. Will try to find a flatter route, see if that helps. Good luck with your run!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Beatlesforever]

Flat is always good... I love flat!!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to reluctantrunner76]

Could be loads of reasons... just keep it slow and steady and make sure you are complimenting the runs, with exercise on your rest days

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Beautiful! Well done!

Some runs are harder... if in doubt, just slow down more... the longer runs are great because they give you time to find your happy and comfy pace.. but you need to have the stamina and strength for them That is why core strength and stamina exercise on rest days become even more important!

I, as many of us have a little exercise regime worked out and it really helps with the longer ( and even the shorter faster) runs too

Slow and steady as you go... you will be fine

[Beatlesforever Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Yes, I've been pretty lazy on rest days... I think the time has come to get serious about core and leg strengthening workouts. Thanks for the advice! 😊 And for your mantra, you don't know how many times I've focused on it to help me push through!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Beatlesforever]

It happens to us all... I have had to up my game on that front and it is not always easy... but it is paying off.. slowly...

[Hidden]

Holiday runs are amazing but also difficult because you don't know the terrain so you can find yourself running up hills when you didn't intend to.

But some runs are just harder than others. I knew as soon as I set off yesterday it wouldn't be a good one. Thursday night was brilliant. No idea why. Just one of those things.

In the end it doesn't matter. Every run makes you stronger.

[Beatlesforever Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Yes, you're right. This is a pretty hillly area, not too much of a problem for long walks but totally different story when I'm running/shuffling. I'll just have to make sure I go extra slow tomorrow!

[rolysmate Graduate]

These longer runs will continue to strengthen both your legs and your lungs, your doing great and the finish is getting closer

[Beatlesforever Graduate in reply to rolysmate]

Thank you! ☺️ it does help to think I'm only a few runs away from graduation! It's staggering when I think back to week one and how I couldn't see myself managing the 3min runs!

[rolysmate Graduate in reply to Beatlesforever]

yep know the feeling, seems a lifetime ago

[Hidden]

Hey I think we all have to some extent. Remember at this stage it's conceivable you've clocked up about 100km of running. If I had my time again, I would take an extra rest day during the later weeks, maybe not for every run, but certainly the ones when I felt they had been particularly tough. Glorious place to run, that must have helped pull you through. Good luck and happy running for W8

[Beatlesforever Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Yes, I'll definitely think about leaving a couple of days between the longer runs, try to fit some core and leg exercises! Gorgeous view did help 😊

[MsFickle]

What an amazing view it's very different running on holiday and I found Week 7 very tough - keep going the end is in sight 😊

[Beatlesforever Graduate in reply to MsFickle]

Yay, only a few more runs! Even if I have a few practice runs, almost there. Who would have thought! 😄

[Beatlesforever Graduate]

Thanks everyone, you're all so amazing and supportive. I will get there thanks to all your great advice and knowing that I'm not alone! 😊