Well I wasn't really expecting a rest anyway.
I ran a different route this morning - following the "vary your routes" advice. My traditional 5+km route was chosen as the flattest route around where I live, so now, introducing some more hills - though nothing too hard yet - should see some gradual improvements in strength.
I just went for a time, and did about 35 minutes, which was probably about 6.5km.
I really need a GPS Forerunner to measure my distances and times. I had a look at one last night: $475 for the model with Heart Rate Monitor, $269 without. At the moment, I don't want the heart rate monitor as I think it would be too much information, but hopefully, if I keep the running going, eventually I think it'll prove useful. I might have a look on eBay to see if I can get it cheaper.
I'm also tempted to enter the "Sydney Striders 10km Series" race tomorrow morning. They're half way through the series now, but there are still 2 races before City to Surf. I think these kind of challenges would be good to push me along, but I'm not really prepared to run tomorrow. I should have rested today. But will it really make that much difference.
I have the rest of the day to consider...
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I think you should run Striders tomorrow mate. Regular racing will do you the world of good. It has sure helped me and I'm only a novice runner. Make sure you come and say g'day too. :)
Mmmm, I'm certainly swaying toward setting my alarm, popping a few sultanas and heading down.
I'm delighted to see you step outside the comfort zone of your familiar route. I hope that you consider the Striders run, although enjoy it s.l.o.w.l.y without putting pressure on yourself.
A lot of people when they are starting out again find it more constructive to run for time rather than distance. Explore! Have Fun!
I look forward to hearing how you go.
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