I started a learn to run program in January 2008 in order to prepare for the TC 10 km. Last year my time was 1:11:09 - one hour, eleven minutes, nine seconds. This year the TC 10 km was on April 26th, 2009 - exactly one week away from my first half marathon. I stood at the start this year overwhelmed with emotion. I thought about how far I've come in one year. Since I have been training for distance and not speed I thought my time may be a bit slower this year. Was I wrong! I finished this year at 1:05:56, almost 6 minutes faster than the year before! I am extremely happy with my time! I learned a lot this morning that I can take with me for my half marathon.
1. Start slowly - don't get too caught up in the excitement - you will need energy later on!
2. Take a walk break before you feel tired.
3. Run hard at the end - harder than you thought possible - finish strong.
What a beautiful day in a beautiful city. I felt blessed running in the early morning sunshine breathing in the salty sea air. I love Victoria!
No comments:
Post a Comment