First consolidation run 😊

[Moominette]

It’s been a few days since graduation since I really didn’t want to run in the heat and I don’t have the option of running early. I set off this evening in the cool wind and sea mist, with a very achy back after a day of lugging a clingy toddler around. I wondered if I’d find the run difficult today but as I walked out of the door, I realised I was relishing the me-time ahead, running in the fresh air and listening to a good books and I was really pleased and surprised to realise that I wasn’t finding the running as hard going as had been doing during weeks 7 and 8, which were gruelling for me. I can feel that my stamina has improved and the strength of my legs too, which was really encouraging.

I did still use one of the week 9 runs from the app though, as I just wanted to know when there were 5 minutes to go and when I’d finished, rather than having to worry about looking at my watch. I changed trainer to Jo for a change and found that I really liked her so I may stick with her as my timekeeper/encourager for my consolidation runs.

It was nice and very freeing to just be running without any agenda other than to keep going for 30 minutes.

[Mistygoth Graduate]

Well done. I did my first consolidation run on Monday and for now I'm sticking with Laura for the timings and its easier for me to keep a steady pace with the odd music selection- play my own and the pace varies and I can't sustain it. Been far too hot past few days for anything more than an early walk so hoping to get back on it next week once its cooler (and my blisters for trying different trainers on a walk heal)

[Moominette Graduate in reply to Mistygoth]

Ooh blisters are the worst! Hope they heal up soon for you!

Not sure about the weather where you are but it looks like I’ll be running in the rain next week, which I actually prefer to the heat.

Hope you manage to get back to it soon! 😊

[Oldgirlruns Graduate]

Well done Moominette - congratulations on your graduation! I’m pleased you’re enjoying your consolidation runs, like you I switched coaches to do them. In my case I opted for Laura but it was good to have the support while I worked out how long my 30 minute runs would be - if that makes sense! Happy running!

[Moominette Graduate in reply to Oldgirlruns]

Thank you and happy running to you too! 😊

[Jnubster Graduate]

Great stuff 💪🏼