So, today I went for my third run. I wasn't expecting much as my legs still ached slightly from Monday, so set out with the intention of keeping a low and steady pace and to see how long I could keep going. My results:
Distance: 7.26km
Time: 50min
Avg. Speed: 8.7km/h
Avg. Pace: 6.9min/km
For the first ten minutes or so I found it quite difficult: my legs felt quite stiff and started to ache quite early. But, after pushing on, the stiffness gradually vanished and I actually found the experience very comfortable. So much so, that when I reached the 4.5km mark of my last run without walking, I decided to push on and see if I could reach the 5km mark...
I actually run the full 7.26km!! Eek!
I deliberately kept my pace low, and it definitely paid off! I think I will stick to this route for my future runs and concentrate on increasing my pace; at this point if I aim to run much further I think that will be considered over-doing it. It is, after all, only my third run!
I know for a fact my legs are going to hate me in the morning!
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