Mon 3/615 min yoga Tue 4/65km run (10min warm up @ 10.5k/h followed by 6x1min @ 14k/hr with 2 min at 10.5k/h in between each one) Wed 7/620 min weights Thu 8/65km run (8 min warm up @ 10.5k/h followed by 3x3min @ 12.5k/h with 1 min at 10.5k/h in between each one) Fri 9/6Rest… Read More
I’m not sure if running 13km is supposed to be relaxing. Well today I’m happy to say that it was. My legs didn’t hurt as I ran, the pace was faster than expected, the plan was to average 5:40-5:50 min per kilometre and we ran between 5:10 – 5:30 min. It was a little bit… Read More
Source Next time you wonder why you bother pounding the pavement, sweat dripping down your exhausted body, your cheeks pink and hairline oily, remember you, Run because it makes your heart singRun because it puts a smile on your faceRun because it makes you feel freeRun because it gives you courageRun because it makes you strongRun… Read More
Excited much. You bet. I’m so excited I’m ready to burst. Except I can’t say anything until late next week so I don’t jinx myself. If it falls through I’ll be very disappointed. This is going to be the longest eight days. It’s happening next Friday. Fingers crossed it all goes well. Tell you all… Read More
Source Regardless of whether you run marathons, trail races or never more than 10km at a time, cross training can benefit your running form, speed and endurance. It can make you a better runner and more important an injury-free runner. If you’re more prone to running injuries than most then giving cross training a go… Read More
Last night’s dinner (and today’s lunch) was my yummy Mexican Soup. Filled with veggies and vitamins everyone in my household seems to love it. And it’s so filling that you don’t need a second course. I like to sprinkle some shredded cheese on top as it melts into the soup and is a a delicious… Read More
Mon 28.510 min yogaMonday & Fridays are going to be optional rest days from now on. I can train but I don’t have to. It kind of puts the pressure off training everyday and feeling guilty if something arises in my personal life that requires attention and time. Plus it means that my body is… Read More
It’s not just about how fast your run, it’s about going long and staying strong… Broadbeach, setting off for a long one… Today, I managed to fit in a long run. Last week’s 15km was great for pacing. Today I hit the beach at 7:45 and ran for two hours. An easy run, no need… Read More
“Don’t bother just to be better than your contemporaries or predecessors.Try to be better than yourself.” –William Faulkner