A Whole New Ball Game

NHS Couch to 5k  Week 6

As with Week 5, there are three different runs for this week.

• Run 1: brisk 5-minute warm-up walk, then 5 minutes running, 3 minutes walking, 8 minutes running, 3 minutes walking, 5 minutes running.
• Run 2: brisk 5-minute warm-up walk, then 10 minutes running, 3 minutes walking, 10 minutes running
• Run 3: brisk 5-minute warm-up walk, then 25 minutes with no walking.

Run 1:  It was tough to run for a shorter time with long walking breaks.  I wasn't sure what tempo to run at.  Should I run at a faster pace if I'm capable or stick to a slow, steady pace?  Not sure on the reasoning for dropping down  to runs of under 10 minutes.

Run 2:  Just 2 ten minute runs.  It was a bit of a slog, to be honest.  You would think the shorter times would be easier. I think it was a combination of hot, clammy weather and slight boredom with running that day.  Did not feel inspired.

Run 3:  The 25 minutes run at the end of the week came as a shock.  I don't listen to the podcast beforehand, I just turn it on and get surprised.  Running for a solid, steady 25mins did not kill me.  One thing I like about long runs is you can switch off your brain.  You just have to concentrate on your breathing and being outside in the fresh air.


* 5 mins Cool Down Music:   Sara Bareilles -  Gonna Get Over You;  Wisdom by David Gray.