Despite some pretty stop-start running, fitness and general state of mind over the past 6 months, I think I am not doing too badly at the moment. My body is not in terrible shape, but I could and should work a bit harder at cardio fitness and endurance training, but still all things considered I am ok.
So off I went this morning feeling cautiously optimistic that I would do ok. Ok I was arrogantly optimistic... sprouting statements like 'Expect a new land speed record today'.
Anyhow the race started and despite a bit of annoying wind the conditions were pretty good and I mostly enjoyed the run. It is my home turf and I know the area and route VERY well. In fact when I came through the water point at Sportsman's Warehouse, I grabbed two waters and when running through the tables flanked by supporters I lifted my arms up as if I had just won an Olympic medal. It drew some whoops and cheers and applause from the assembled crowd and gave me a bit of a boost for the second half slog back to WPCC.
I finished the 6km in what I think is a respectable 30:40. I just checked my previous results and I have improved every year.
Date | Dist | Time | Speed | min/KM |
Nov-05 | 6 | 35.00 | 10.3 | 5.83 |
Nov-06 | 6 | 31.20 | 11.5 | 5.20 |
Nov-07 | 6 | 31.15 | 11.6 | 5.19 |
Nov-08 | 6 | 30.40 | 11.8 | 5.07 |
Think I can get a sub 30 next year?
The boys also did their little 750m race again, and were rewarded with ice-lollies this time.
It was a good race and I felt great after that. In fact I felt quite hyped and fiesty. When driving to the shop to get some groceries and then home afterwards. I felt like racing and doing advanced driving... I definitely need to get back to the track soon :)
Well done Jane!
ReplyDeleteThat is a really good time :)
Well done, especially considering the month you've had!!
ReplyDeleteWOOHOO well done Jane :)
ReplyDeleteDefinately think you can go below 30 next year!!
Your chill-pill is clearly working! Curious about Mr A????
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