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why is running for 18 minutes with walking breaks so much more tricky than running for 20 minutes straight? I found this run kinda hard, and time seemed to go so slowly. I just didn't some to find my groove today. This kinda makes me worried for w6r3 where you have to run for 25 minutes? and here I am already tired out!

Nevertheless it was doable!! I'm also blaming the trickiness on the fact that hills exist, and its pretty hot despite me leaving a 8am (I don't think I can get up any earlier so this'll have to do).

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I’ve just finished Week 6, and trust me R1 was the hardest of the week! I think the combination of feeling over confident after running for 20 minutes and going back to intervals is tough. You only have 1 more run with intervals! Congratulations!

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a_in_gsrGraduate in reply togirlsjustwannarun

ahhh congrats!! okay well I'm glad to know for you r1 was the hardest! I hope so. Yess I hope my body is better running straight without walking

Don’t worry. The brief return to intervals for two runs in week 6 is well known for catching people out, so you are not alone. These last interval runs are adding strength and stamina to your legs and will prepare you well for the 25 minute run. After that it’s long runs to the finish! Enjoy 😉

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okay thank you for this!! I hope its adding strength to my legs, I think I'll need it! Yes I can't believe in just some weeks it'll be w8/w9 already :)

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You got out there and did it! Well done!

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a_in_gsrGraduate in reply toBexJogs

thank you!!

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I found exactly the same. Intervals were harder. But I guess there is science behind it all 😉 Hang in there, in a few days, it’s long runs all the way. You got this!

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a_in_gsrGraduate in reply toPhoebeJane

I'm glad its not just me! haha yes I suppose we'll just have to trust in the programme :)

but thank you!!

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The intervals are there to extend your total duration without increasing the running time.

W5R3 = 20 mins running

W6R1 = 24 mins including intervals, 18 mins running

W6R2 = 23 mins including intervals, 20 mins running

W6R3 = 25 mins running

There's a method in it.

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a_in_gsrGraduate in reply tonowster

thanks!

I suppose we'll just have to trust in the programme :)

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