The week went well. Probably a bit harder than I expected but then again, I've been working a mix of day and night shifts at work so I think my body is just a bit tired. I was extra careful with my footing and tried to be mindful of what I was doing. It worked. On today's final run of week four I found that I could take in my surroundings a bit more. I think that I really focus on the podcast and Lara's instructions (or songs) but it seems more enjoyable when I let go a bit more and take in my environment. I am happy to use the podcast, no doubt about that and I certainly need it. But I am also looking forward to the time when I might just be able to lace up and go out the door for enjoyment's sake.....not worrying about time or distance. For now, that's a bit far away; I'm not there yet and building up this foundation is important in order to get there- but it's something to look forward to. As for week 5- if I'm honest, I'm apprehensive and a bit skeptical- wondering if I can actually do it. But I'm telling myself there's no reason to doubt. Another part of me is pretty excited about the challenge- so I'll just focus on that!!!!
Have good runs and stay safe, everyone.
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Well done. If you use the app you get all the information and guidance, but it is up to you whether you listen to music or not.
I used to give myself a running commentary on everything that I could see, hear, feel and smell as I ran, in full florid sentences. It made a good distraction from thinking about time or the physicality of running.
Perhaps now that the intervals will be getting longer, I can relax a bit more. It's true that with the app I am more focused on what's coming up and how much longer I have. If I can let that go a bit by focussing on the environment, it will help...I think. I'll give it a try next week. Thank you and have a good weekend.
I never dreamt in week 1 I would be able to run 8 minutes never mind 20 but today the first time running since I was a small child I did it, ( now 51) so I know you can. Good luck on your journey
W5R1 went great! I even started to enjoy it and found it went by quicker and easier than I anticipated. I'm now looking forward to run 2- on thursday if I feel up to it after finishing 2 night shifts- or else friday...
Week 5 Run 1 was one of my favourites in the programme. W4R3 had been horrible, mainly due to the weather (a fine humid drizzle between downpours), but the summer morning I did W5R1 was cool and bright, and refreshing.
well...see...we're almost siblings! practically the same age, almost at the same point in our running program! yes, i need a good sleep tonight having been up since 4 am (it's now 21h30) and tomorrow will be a great day, with sunshine to boot! i'll let you know how it goes. take care
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