C4R4 - Uneventful 🏃‍♂️

[PhoenixRise]

Consolidation Run 14

I did try to post this update this morning but for some reason the app has been playing up 🤷‍♂️ anyone else?!

I woke up debating on another rest day or to go for a run. Technically, I could have done with another rest day after doing 6.5K on Friday and I did want to time my runs next week to start the Magic 10K plan on the 4th.

But I felt like I needed to de-clutter my mind so I got the running gear on and got out to enjoy the weather ☀️

I started off with the C25K+ Stamina podcast on but soon realised my body didn’t have enough fuel in the tank for this today. So I changed my goal to a short 2.5K - no fuss, no pressure. Everything is good - posture, breathing and pace - but my legs are tired and feeling heavy. A short run to flush the lactic acid will be more than enough for today.

Strava chimes 2.5K and I a happily stop. I dedicate 20 minutes to stretching in the sun and notice a yoga 🧘‍♂️ group in the distance. I think to myself that maybe I should have joined them instead! 🤭

I’ve had a ‘me’ day today in the hope my mood shifts. Life is a bit meh 😕 from all directions at the moment.

On a side note: I’m still pre-fundraising for the registration fee for the British Red Cross Miles for Refugees challenge. I’ve enough for the basic registration (no T-Shirt) but it would be great 👍 to be able to go for the next registration up with a T-Shirt! I’ll hold out until tomorrow evening 😉 ko-fi.com/phoenixrise

Anywho, happy running all! 🏃‍♂️

[Birdlady64 Graduate]

A run is a run right? It's always good to get out there regardless.

I really hope that meh! feeling lifts soon

[PhoenixRise Graduate in reply to Birdlady64]

This is what I said to myself yesterday - ‘A run is a run!’ 🤗

[Tinytears60 Graduate]

Take it easy Mister... I went out today and stopped at 2k cos had a pain 🙈☹️

Am now lay on bed with ice pack 👌

[PhoenixRise Graduate in reply to Tinytears60]

Oh no 🤦‍♂️ Maybe we’ve been pushing ourselves too hard lately?! Naturally trying to stress bust with endorphins?! Rest InspirationalTinyTears60- RICE! We can’t have you on the IC! 🤗

[Tinytears60 Graduate in reply to PhoenixRise]

I know!!!! Aww thanks 🙏🏻

A couple of days RICE and rest for me 👍

[Sandraj39 Graduate]

A good stretch of the legs PhoenixRise e and you listened to your body - sensible. Hope your 'me' day has helped a bit and that tomorrow is better for you...tough times for so many...stay strong!💪🙂

[PhoenixRise Graduate in reply to Sandraj39]

Thanks 🙏🏻 Sandraj39. Yes, I’m attuned to listening to my tool - years of training! My body definitely overruled my brain yesterday. Feeling a bit better today - positively reframing current issues is the 🔑 to staying strong 💪

[acountrycabbage Graduate]

Yes, I’ve found the app quite glitchy. I tend to switch to my browser when that happens.

Sounds like we shared headspace yesterday..! Well done on going - and well done on stopping.

Hope you’ve had a better day today x