HU10 Spring 👍😎

[Irishprincess]

I had originally put my name down for the 10 miles but after the sore knee from Bath it was taking a bit longer to get the longer runs done and I ran out of time before the HU event kicked off so I thought it would be sensible to do the 10K instead. In the end it was the right decision because my knee is absolutely fine and I feel far happier building up at a slower pace with no pressure.

I couldn’t run last Sunday because friends had invited us to their village open gardens and, as they always come to our open gardens I felt we couldn’t say no! But you know that my two biggest passions are running and gardening and so it was a small sacrifice 🥰 The gardens were glorious and I kept thinking of my VRBs out there running their events. My only regret was that I couldn’t run at the same time as so many on Sunday but still, I thought of everyone on my run yesterday 🥰 and remembered all the brilliant reports so far. I’ve loved reading them all.

I had planned to get up really early yesterday but in the end I slept in until just before 9! But the sleep worked wonders and I found myself raring to go after porridge and a big mug of tea.

The weather was gorgeous and I felt really good, so I just kept going according to feel and didn’t worry too much about the pace. I loved it!

The sun came out and it was quite hot but then the trees gave some welcome shade and cooler temperatures. Somehow rather perfect 🥰

I’ve sort of started another HM plan and so was due to run 11.5K so when I did 10K I stopped the watch, had a wee breather (my face was a bit red by this stage 🥵) and then continued very slowly to get the distance done and ticked off my plan. 1:07:54 for the 10K.

Needless to say I’ve already ordered my bling 🏅 ❤️🤣

Happy days 🤗

[Beachcomber66 Administrator Half Marathon]

Well done IP. So pleased that your knee felt good. I was running intervals in the later stages of your run, so you were not alone. It is raining again here…..🙄. Long run day tomorrow….☔. Good job we are tough 🫣

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Beachcomber66]

Raining here too BC and we had a short thunderstorm, so I’m glad I wasn't out in it 🙀

[Jools2020 Half Marathon]

Well done for your 10K! And well done also for the decision not to run for 10 miles. Your knee will thank you 😊

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Jools2020]

I’m trying to be sensible, not my usual style at all 🤣

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Wow, that sounds like the perfect run, wonderful. I also have to admire your sensible decision making 😍

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

I’m trying Linda 😇

[SueAppleRun 10 Miles]

What a run! Well done, waiting a bit longer obviously gave your knee time to fully recover, enjoy your new bling when it arrives

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to SueAppleRun]

I’ve already made a space for the bling 🙂

[RunSkippyRun Half Marathon]

great run IP. congratulations. best wishes going forward for the HM

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to RunSkippyRun]

Thanks RSR, I’ll take my time over this one methinks 🙂

[Stephen_UK Half Marathon]

That’s a nice report, IP. I’m glad you’re OK, injury-wise. Good luck with getting back to HM distance. I’m trying to do the same.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Stephen_UK]

One run at a time Stephen 🤞 Good luck to you too 🍀

[Oldfloss Administrator]

Great, great and great...!

You ran at Bath... your knee still twinged and still you conquered... an excellent 10K and a great time too!

Floral Queen and a running inspiration to us all... Well done you!

PS

You were with me last week, when i ran. but then you know that x

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Oldfloss]

I still love a 10K!

We do have some special runs together Floss ❤️xxx

[Krissie Marathon]

Sounds like the perfect run. One to treasure. Well done 😀

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Krissie]

It’s great when everything comes together 👍

[over61andstilltrying Half Marathon]

Happy days indeed! And long may they continue 😊🌸🏃‍♀️🏅🏁🎉

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Hear hear! 🥰🥳

[Curlygurly2 Half Marathon]

Great run, and you even continued to reach your plan target! Super well done xx

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Curlygurly2]

Thanks CG x

[Cowladyrunning Marathon]

Well done! Amazing 10k. Glad your knee was saved from 10 miles and enjoy the bling when it comes 😊

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Cowladyrunning]

Definitely a sensible decision for me!

[Dexy5 10 Miles]

That sounds like a perfect run  Irishprincess . I have loved seeing everyone running their 10ks and 10 miles over the week as each run report gets the attention it deserves. A bright sunny day with trees to give shade , and quiet roads to run along. What more could you ask for? Oh yes, the bling to prove it happened.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Dexy5]

The reports have been fab Dexy haven’t they? I’ll miss them.

But the medal will remind us every time we look at it 🙂

[Dexy5 10 Miles in reply to Irishprincess]

Or the cow bell in my case. 😂

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Dexy5]

👍🙂

[Shake-and-run Half Marathon]

well done IP, your report is a delight to read, glad you enjoyed your run.

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Shake-and-run]

It was a goody S&R 🤗

[Lavender1962 Half Marathon]

Well done! Glad that you enjoyed your run!

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

It was lovely 😍