I'm a little bit nervous because this afternoon I am going for my first proper run on the road. It is a bit strange but it feels like I'm leaving the safety net of the treadmill. All of a sudden, thoughts of doubt are creeping into my head - it's going to be too hot, I won't be able to run properly, I won't be able to run for as long. I know that it's all a load of rubbish but its making me nervous all the same. It's one of my biggest flaws - a complete fear of the unknown. After 3 steps I know I'll be fine, it's just the time leading up to those first 3 steps that get to me.
I should be taking comfort in my last running effort which was at the gym on Sunday. I managed to run for 31minutes non-stop! 4.5 km! This was a real surprise to me but got me very excited that just maybe, I'm not as far back as I thought I was. Hence the entry into my comeback race! What surprised me was a) how long I could run for, and b) that it didn't hurt all that much. It reinforced to me that its all about pace. If I run at a pace that is comfortable, it should be quite easy. The challenge for me this afternoon will be running at a comfortable pace without having the treadmill to help!
Sunday run stats:
5km - 36mins 45 = 7.21min/km
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