1st consolidation - strategy change!!

[Squidge1504]

Hi everyone,

I hope you're all enjoying this wonderful cool weather for your runs!! I really wanted to share something with you, as it made a massive difference for me yesterday.

I'd become a little bit disheartened - newly graduated, and stuck in a bit of a rut. I cant run 5k in 30 minutes (yet), and just kept clocking the same pace every time. Tried a new route and it didn't go well either. Someone remarked when I was jogging that I run really slow, so I tried to speed up which made it even worse.

On the verge of giving up, I did two things. I did a short run just to make myself feel good with a better pace. Then yesterday I did the opposite - I slowed right down, stayed comfortable but found I could just keep going! So I did. 5.3k and I even sprinted at the end. Honestly, I think I could have gone longer.

So it looks like I'll be using a different strategy from now on, and just let the pace pick up!!

[Hidden]

That's great! Taking the pressure off yourself and trying something new has made all the difference. Well done on your first 5k (plus) 😊!

[Squidge1504 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you!!

[BowlingT Graduate]

Well done! And good strategy!

[JessPix Graduate]

That is brilliant advice! I always feel like a snail would run faster than me and can't ever see me reaching the 5k in 30 mins. I sometimes feel embarrassed at how slow I run and what people must think when they see me! I love your advice and when I start my consolidation runs I may try that. Well done on your amazing achievements x

[Squidge1504 Graduate in reply to JessPix]

Thank you JessPix . Honestly, I've never seen anyone jogging and commented on how slow they are. I think I was just unfortunate. It was such a boost to get some distance clocked, with the shorter run to remind me I can pick up the pace Keep going, and I promise you will achieve runs you never thought you could. I couldn't even make it up the stairs when I started lol!!

[Tinytears60 Graduate]

That’s brilliant! Well done! 👏👏 5k+ 🏃🏽‍♀️

Definitely something to bear in mind... I need to graduate first but it’s a couple of good tips!

Thanks 🙏🏻