Hey team - I just wanted to update that I managed my first 5km in years today. Got into my rhythm after the first 2k, and 3-5km felt much more like I was hitting my rhythm. The data tells me that this was when I started hitting my cadence and stride length goals. 34 minutes to do 5km was also about 2-3 minutes quicker than I thought I would be not having managed much more than 2-3km for years. My standard 5km used to be a touch under 30 mins. But, heck I'm satisfied with that today! Sitting in my recovery tights and listening to Prince now to celebrate :)
Keen to hear what you thought about this post. I've noticed today that apart from connective tissue around my ankles, I have almost zero soreness or other noticeable changes after my run yesterday. Incredibly encouraging. Now, I just need to pace myself to no more than 3-4 times per week.
Hey team - I just wanted to update that I managed my first 5km in years today. Got into my rhythm after the first 2k, and 3-5km felt much more like I was hitting my rhythm. The data tells me that this was when I started hitting my cadence and stride length goals. 34 minutes to do 5km was also about 2-3 minutes quicker than I thought I would be not having managed much more than 2-3km for years. My standard 5km used to be a touch under 30 mins. But, heck I'm satisfied with that today! Sitting in my recovery tights and listening to Prince now to celebrate :)
Keen to hear what you thought about this post. I've noticed today that apart from connective tissue around my ankles, I have almost zero soreness or other noticeable changes after my run yesterday. Incredibly encouraging. Now, I just need to pace myself to no more than 3-4 times per week.