#huntaway

So this is actually a daily update but thought I’d post a pic of my doggo cause he’s super handsome and he ran with me today so somewhat topical haha.

Today I started W1D1 of the C25K programme. I’ve attempted it a few times before but only ever get to week 3/4 before I taper out and stop going..

I’ve done a few runs over the last 2 weeks and I’ve noticed that I am only half pushing myself. I’m pushing myself it terms of total distance I’m working or time I go for but not so much with the running/walking ratio. I just kinda stop when I’m tired and run when I’m not. There’s no element of ‘just 30 seconds to go’ or ‘go to the next street corner’. This is why I decided to do C25K. It’s structured. It pushes me.

And again, because I’ve been for a few runs I thought I would push myself for the first C25K as I thought I was at or slightly above the level to complete W1D1. Its 60sec running followed by 90 seconds walking repeated 8 times.

And boy did I surprise myself. The first 4 running sections I was averaging 4-4:20 minutes/km. And keeping up a walking pace inbetween of 8-8:30 minutes/km.

I didn’t even realise I could run that fast. I’m beyond stoked.

The next 2 running sections I slowed down to about 4:45-5 minutes/km and 9minute/km walking breaks.

The last 2 I slowed down even more and averaged around 6-6:30 minutes/km which is my normal running pace.

Keeping in mind that I started the run at 11:30am, with no shade, and it’s currently 25 degrees Celsius (hot when you’re running!). I’m super stoked!

I’ve managed to keep up my 10,000 steps for 3 days in a row aswell (today being my 4th).

And I’ve been making healthy food choices! I had a planned cheat meal yesterday which was totally worth it! (I’ll add a photo below) And then straight back to healthy choices!

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