04-03-2010, 10:06 PM
Hi Ed,
Just a quick update....i've been doing a 3x1k session and a 3x2k session alternatively and tying it in with a "long run" on the weekend when possible.
I've been doing a 5k Parkrun every Saturday with my son and trying to get below the 20min mark on the hilly route but not made it yet, however, im fully enjoying my running and feeling good for it.
My last session times were-3x1kR60 @ 3.45,3.45,3.40 and my 3x2ksR90 @ 7.55,8.02 and 8mins. Im thinking of doing a half marathon in a couple of weeks instead of my "long run" and was wondering if i should try and "race" it or just run at a comfortable speed? I usually do a leisurely 13 miles at around 1:50 so i was thinking of maybe starting at 8 min miles and see how i felt after 10 then adjusting accordingly, can u throw your expert opinion here please?
Also, (might seem a silly question) what would be the hardest to accomplish- a 40min 10k or a 1:30 half--these are my long term goals, then of course the 3hr Marathon :rofl: well....ignore the marathon bit cheers.
Just a quick update....i've been doing a 3x1k session and a 3x2k session alternatively and tying it in with a "long run" on the weekend when possible.
I've been doing a 5k Parkrun every Saturday with my son and trying to get below the 20min mark on the hilly route but not made it yet, however, im fully enjoying my running and feeling good for it.
My last session times were-3x1kR60 @ 3.45,3.45,3.40 and my 3x2ksR90 @ 7.55,8.02 and 8mins. Im thinking of doing a half marathon in a couple of weeks instead of my "long run" and was wondering if i should try and "race" it or just run at a comfortable speed? I usually do a leisurely 13 miles at around 1:50 so i was thinking of maybe starting at 8 min miles and see how i felt after 10 then adjusting accordingly, can u throw your expert opinion here please?
Also, (might seem a silly question) what would be the hardest to accomplish- a 40min 10k or a 1:30 half--these are my long term goals, then of course the 3hr Marathon :rofl: well....ignore the marathon bit cheers.