Finished the 9 weeks how do I keep it interesting

[StringsandKeys]

Well so pleased I completed the nine weeks and I’m all set for my first run without Jo Whiley talking to me . I’d love to hear others experiences about what worked best for them. Must confess I do get bored so maybe need to change the route and have a compelling podcast to listen to! I also need to try the 80% at talking pace and 20% faster rather than the middling pace I go for. So lots of things to consider but first things first getting that first run done on my own!

[Instructor57 Graduate]

Congratulations !Other things you could do would be head over to the bridge to 10k forum, or take a look at 5he consolidation club .

Or perhaps try the NRC App .

Plenty to keep you interested 😁👍

[drun]

Congratulations StringsandKeys don't forget to post to get your graduate badge and in the link you will find plenty to do post C25K. Have a good Easter.

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[StringsandKeys Graduate in reply to drun]

Thank you find that now!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Many congratulations on your graduation, fellow runner.

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Keep running, keep smiling.

[StringsandKeys Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Great thank you!

[Comfortnotspeed]

Congratulations 🥳 and a massive well done.

May I suggest at some point, the Nike Running Club app. It has some great guided runs which play in conjunction with your own music. Good luck and carry on!

[StringsandKeys Graduate in reply to Comfortnotspeed]

Thank you yes I’ve just downloaded that app so will give it a go thanks!

[nowster Graduate]

The key thing for making sure you keep at it is variety. If you're always doing the same thing it can become routine and sometimes boring.

[StringsandKeys Graduate in reply to nowster]

Yes I was doing three runs a week which were three different routes but still a bit samey. Today I took the dog and ran the fields rather than road tough but different and although I was definitely slower it was more fun. Thanks and good luck with your runs

[Voldatort Graduate in reply to StringsandKeys]

Once I'd graduated I changed my playlist and started to head out and go wherever I fancied, because the ground is a lot dryer than when I/we started there are a lot more options across fields/grass or tracks and I can mix it up a little each time. Look for the Coach Cory inspired run on the NRC app, that's a good one, just over 3km. NRC runs are time based or distance based so you'll need to decide which works best for you.

[Rennur Graduate]

Have you run your route the "wrong" way round? I have three routes I run. I combine two for my longer runs on my way to 10K (not quite there yet.) With "Stay at home" now lifted, you could go to try out other places - you could even walk a new route first on a "rest" day to check for any hazards (and get some non-impact exercise). Bridge to 5K has great advice. The normal advice is to do about 10 more 30 minute Consolidation runs before moving on up.

[StringsandKeys Graduate in reply to Rennur]

Thanks yes I did try one route the other way and realised it was hillier but actually that’s a good idea and there is always the chance to drive somewhere new. I’m happy to keep doing 30 minute but yes why not aim for a 10k! Good luck with your running sounds good

[Rennur Graduate in reply to StringsandKeys]

I'm very slow! But I did pass the 8K mark today. Another month and I will get there.

[StringsandKeys Graduate in reply to Rennur]

👍