Short, sharp intervals

[Scout37]

That was an odd one. Decided to try the Stepping Stones Speed podcast, only 16 minutes running of intervals of 1 minute alternating 150bpm with 165bpm.

It felt energetic enough while I was doing it, but afterwards I felt like I hadn't done enough. I guess our Laura knows what she's doing, but? The other run from the series that I tried felt much tougher. I was only lightly sweating whereas normally I'm melting, but it was a lot cooler today.

One left to try, then I might alternate them a bit or try something else altogether. The running to a beat thing is good for me, form wise and picks up my pace, but I'm in two minds about today's run. I'm feeling very stressy at the moment, partly because I've just accepted an offer on what's been my home for 25 years and have no idea where I'm going! Off to view a house this evening...with all the stress maybe I should've done a longer run today.

Anyhoo. Whatever, I got out, I ran, and I did the run as Laura and her incessant 1,2,3,4 dictated, so I guess I've done something.

Happy running all...

[Instructor57 Graduate]

Well done, I have not tried the stepping stones (don't know why not) but I guess if you have done it and it didn't feel too hard then surely that's a good thing 😁👍

Well done, and good luck with the viewing 👍

[Scout37 Graduate in reply to Instructor57]

Thanks!,

[PhoenixRise Graduate]

Yes! Well done for completing Speed! 💪

I know what you mean, it does feel short once you’ve completed it but that’s a good sign! All your other running is contributing to you being stronger and faster! I’ve kept this one as my Monday run - to ease in to the week ahead and to push my pace.

Let us know how you get on with the final podcast!

And best of luck with the viewing 🤞🏻

[Scout37 Graduate in reply to PhoenixRise]

Cheers! Weird times ahead...

[Jools2020 Graduate]

You’ve got a lot going on for sure, so it’s great to go out in a run. It always helps me clear my head. 💕

Interesting what you say about the podcasts. I think trying them all is a brilliant idea. It means you are mixing up your runs, trying different things, which is what consolidation is all about. Well done! 👏👏👏🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️👍

[Scout37 Graduate]

I'm just going to assume every run is a good run, one way or another.

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Well done you! X I hope you find the perfect home x

[Scout37 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

I'm sure I'll let you know!

[Birdlady64 Graduate]

Well done. 👏

I keep saying to myself I'm going to try the speed podcast, but my normal pace is nowhere near that so it scares me a bit tbh. Sounds like you nailed it though🙂

You certainly have a lot going on right now - it's always good to get a run in to de-stress (or a swim for me now the local pool is open again)

Good luck with the viewing.

[Scout37 Graduate in reply to Birdlady64]

It's not that fast! I am the slowest runner ever, and this truly wasn't hard. The faster interval is only the same as the last 5 minute section of the Stepping Stones podccast, and much easier as it's only 1 minute at a time.

Give it a go, you might be pleasantly surprised

[Birdlady64 Graduate in reply to Scout37]

Tried it this morning and I have to say I really enjoyed it I managed to stay on the beat (more or less) and got my fastest 1Km and mile out of it so all in all a nice run - if on the short side. I'll definitely try it again.

I hope your viewing went well

[Banana12 Graduate]

In terms of stress, moving house is up there with death and divorce. Remember to take time to be kind to you Scout37x

[Scout37 Graduate in reply to Banana12]

Thank you!

[Frizzbomb67 Graduate]

I enjoy the speed podcast. It make me feel like Usain Bolt, just for a few minutes anyway 😂. If I’m feeling good I’ll turn round and do it all again on the way back, including the 5 min walk which gives me a bit of a break. If I’m tired I’ll turn around and plod back at my own pace. Like you say, it doesn’t feel long enough otherwise. When I’m back at work though it may be just enough! Hope the house hunting goes well x

[Scout37 Graduate in reply to Frizzbomb67]

Thanks. Found a house I love today...mine is sold subject to contract so fingers crossed...

[Frizzbomb67 Graduate in reply to Scout37]

That great news!