HU10K, thank you for getting me back to 10K, again! 😊

[Run46]

Set out at 8am, a bit earlier than the billed time to avoid the worst of the heat...I really struggle much more when it's hot 🥵

I felt pretty good setting out, better than the last 2 long runs and was hoping for a time of 1hr 10 and to run the whole thing.

It went well, I was lucky in that the 1st half was mostly shaded as the sun was still low enough that it was hidden behind the bushes and trees to my right...that really helped me get a good start. The next couple of km I had to slow right down on and off as it was a continuous elevation, but I managed it without walking so I was happy with that.

Once I got to 8k, I was tired but it was a mix of downhill and flat from there so I knew I could make it. I tried to pick up the pace and did a little, but not quite enough to finish in the 1hr 10...didn't miss it by much though and ran all the way so I got home very happy 😊

We won't mention the HR, though it is usually well into the 160s on my longer runs.

Thanks to Linda and the gang for once again getting me back to 10K, 1st one since last September coz life has a habit of getting in the way but I'm so pleased to be back there. So pleased in fact that I've ordered one of the new HU wooden medals🏅 🎉

[David_G Metric Marathon]

Well done in the heat, Run46 👏👏👏

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to David_G]

Thanks David, when I got back I saw it was only 16/17 degrees but I'm a bit of a drama queen in the heat 😆

[Dexy5 10 Miles in reply to Run46]

You can add 10 degrees to the temperature when you are running Run46 . 🥵

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Dexy5]

Yes, I'd forgotten that...explains why I prefer running around 10 degrees or cooler 👌

[AlMorr Half Marathon]

Congratulations to you Run46 on completing the HU 10K in rather warm conditions, good time as well, that's about the time I hope when I run it on Wednesday morning which will be my 50th 10K.

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to AlMorr]

Thanks Al, and good luck for your extra special 50th 10K on Wednesday 👍

[Stephen_UK Half Marathon]

Well done on the run!

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Stephen_UK]

Thanks Stephen, and to you. Your time was impressive, even if you were hoping to do 10 miles...hope you weren't too disappointed having to take the sensible option!

[Stephen_UK Half Marathon in reply to Run46]

Thanks. I was very disappointed, but hoping to get back to that distance (and HMs) soon.

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Stephen_UK]

This running lark though full of joy can be very frustrating. Good luck with sorting or at least stabilising your PF so you can get out for those longer runs 👍

[Stephen_UK Half Marathon in reply to Run46]

Thanks. Yes, it’s a constant game of Snakes and Ladders for me.

[Beachcomber66 Administrator Half Marathon]

Getting back to 10k is very significant. I always see it as a platform from which the longer runs just come naturally. Great effort 👏👏👏👏

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Beachcomber66]

Thanks BC, you're right, I have in mind to keep increasing...let's hope life is kind and agrees with me 😉

[Jools2020 Half Marathon]

Well done for getting back to 10K - I’ve recently done that, too! Great running 👏👍

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Jools2020]

Thanks Jools, congrats to you too 😊

[GTFC Marathon]

You earned that medal 🏅 terrific run. Let this give you confidence 😊

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to GTFC]

Thanks GTFC, yes re: confidence and it's so nice running out into the countryside...10 miles is now in my sights 😁

[aliboo70 Half Marathon]

Great running Run46 !!! X

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to aliboo70]

Thank youuu 😊

[Cowladyrunning Marathon]

Well done - it was warm!

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Cowladyrunning]

Thank you, it's been a glorious day, glad I got out before the serious heat hit 😆

[CBDB]

Woohoo!!! Awesome! 🙌🙌🙌🙌

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to CBDB]

Thank youuuu 😊

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

Well done on getting back to 10K 👍 it’s such a satisfying distance and a great platform for whatever comes next.

And you’ll soon have a lovely medal to remember it by 🏅

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks IP, looking forward to the medal and have 10 miles in my sights 😁

[Dexy5 10 Miles]

Congratulations Run46 . The HU challenge has given us all something to aim for.

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks Dexy, this forum really is the gift that keeps on giving 👏

[SueAppleRun 10 Miles]

Congratulations, that was a great run 👏👏👏

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to SueAppleRun]

Thanks Sue, my thighs are feeling it today 😆

[Cantstopmenow Half Marathon]

Congratulations on your 10k this morning. Great running in this warm weather and another medal. Well done 🌟

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to Cantstopmenow]

Thanks CSMN, my thighs are complaining this morning, didn't expect anything less 😆

[Oldfloss Administrator]

Just great, a warm but wonderful run!x

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Ahh, fabulous Run46. It was my first 10k in several months too - it's a very satisfying feeling isn't it. Really well done - especially the hot hills. 10 miles will be yours again very soon I'm sure 👏👏👏

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

Ahh fantastic Linda, glad you made it to 10K too...I hate to jinx it but I think we might be properly back 😀 🤞🎉

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon in reply to Run46]

(Whispers quietly) yesssssssss! 🥳

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

😂👌

[over61andstilltrying Half Marathon]

Brilliant! Well done to you 😊🏁🏃🏻‍♀️🏅👏

[Run46 Half Marathon in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Thank youuuu 😊