i am scheduled to run for 5 k that way. Will gradually increase from poles to poles and will reach definately to the target. The tips by www.zenhabits.net is practical will helpful
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I just signed up to do the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run in September 2010 – it’s a 10k in Sheffield and you can do it for any charity you like! I need to think about which charity I want to support this time, any ideas?
And maybe start training, since the last time I did any kind of serious exercise was when I was training for the race for Life – three and a half years ago … so yeah, training … I think I need a running buddy.
polaris001 is listening to Radiohead and getting things done
I am signed up to do the Wonju 10k in South Korea Nov. 22nd. last week, I only jogged two times!! This week I want to practice more because I don’t want all my friends waiting for me at the finish line!
Firstly, a correction: Wherever 2200 meters or multiples of it were mentioned, it’s actually 2000 meters (or same multiples of it).
Speed and stamina have considerably improved. I clocked 8:59, then 8:43, and then 8:25 today itself in 2000 meters, and clocked 18:43 in 4000 meters. Now I think I can do a 6k run in less than 30 mins. Last time it took me 33:10 for the same.
Will run a 6k this weekend.
[Editing this entry a day later] Ran 6k. And yes, did it in exact 29:00 minutes!
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I’ve wanted to get fit for a while (not to lose weight, but to become healthier), and I want something more specific on my list than “get fit”. I don’t mind if I get a “bad” time, more that I’d like to be able to complete the race.
My dad used to be a good long distance runner and I think he’s always been a bit disappointed how un-sporty I am. I’d like to be able to do something he’d be proud of that isn’t purely academic.
I don’t feel safe running on my own – especially in my area, so hoping to find a friend to run with me. I’m currently hoping to start on the treadmill just to get myself fitter (at the moment I struggle with even a 20min jog without feeling faint), before (hopefully) finding someone with whom I can train.
I think there’s a 10k in May – so I’m aiming for then. 7 months should be do-able.
I have a training plan and feel prepared. My longest distance right now is four miles, so I feel that I should be able to up it to 6 by the end of November.
I just finished Week 1 of my Hal Higdon training program, and I feel great! He does such a great job of laying out cross training and strength days. I’ve been doing some yoga and also a Self Magazine total body workout for those days. Looking forward to Week 2!
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I ran a 5k at the beginning of this month and it made me so proud! Life has been busy since and I haven’t kept up my 3 day/week running schedule, but by adding this goal I’m reminding myself not to lose focus.
Improved my time considerably in 2200 meters [from 9 min to 8:40]
And winters are coming. Nice time to brace up for a long one now :)
Andrew McAdam is adding more things on 43things.com
I’ve been referred to a physio after seeing my GP this morning. I get knee pains after about a mile or so, and need to get that sorted before I can continue training for a 10k. I know I’ll be able to easily run a 10k with some training once my knee problem’s sorted.
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Amy asks,
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Amy asks,
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