So this week we took training to
a new level by trying out the 90 minute Sunday club run - what a treat! It
amazes me how I can run for 90 minutes, cover over 8 miles and have absolutely
no idea where I am for at least 80% of the time! It was lovely to be joined by
some of the other Z2H's making the milestone all the more bearable, thanks
Ladies!
Joining such a big group of more
experienced runners is a great way to learn tips, tricks, do's and don'ts for
longer runs. This week we have learnt the following:
- DO make sure your socks are on
the right feet (R = Right, L = Left - it's basic stuff)
- DO check your trousers are on
the correct way before heading out. Wearing them inside out is not a fashion
statement and makes pocket access pretty tricky!
- DO remember to bring water for
a long run. Even better charm the lovely tail biker so he carries it for you!
= DON'T assume eating an energy
gel from a packet whilst running will be simple!
It's clear we have a lot more
practicing to do but luckily there will be plenty more Sunday runs to iron out
our inadequacies.
I realise I am not going to get
away without mentioning my diet this week. Sunday morning started perfectly
with porridge and banana but as the week went on it definitely wasn't the overhaul I was aiming
for and there was certainly at least one Nigella style evening fridge raid. This
was however solely the fault of my lovely neighbour who left me the most
amazing carrot cake in the world to get through and I accept no responsibility!
It was an improvement on last week though so we are moving in the right
direction.
This week was my partner in crime
Tweedle Dee's Birthday with double celebrations as after a couple of duff run's
it appears Connie got her running mojo back after a lovely 6+ mile run in the
rain on Tuesday!
6am Thursday saw the start of a
speedy 5 miler for me, getting back home in 42:25. This was my first faster run
since hurting my Achilles. It's been a bit achy since but all in all feeling
positive!
With Grandad helpfully occupying
the girls with a trip to the ducks on Saturday morning I finished up my training week with a core workout up at the
gym. Reading my training plan for the
next few weeks is a little daunting seeing the mileage starting to increase
however I am confident with the support of the club everything will be fine!
Amanda
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