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Dec 2018
4:50pm, 15 Dec 2018
982 posts
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Festive Flier
Steve, I've said before, I believe, that I took up running 5 years ago now, so I'm still hoping to improve. My first mile was 7.05 and amazed at people running sub 6 as I was about 3 hour marathon runners of my age. I then ran a 6.03 and a sub 3.30 marathon myself, so my aim is to try my best and improve as much as I'm able to but be realistic about my targets. Sub 6 is possible, a 3.20 marathon is possible but I think an 18 minute 5k isn't, a sub 20 a maybe possible but will require work to achieve.
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Dec 2018
11:21pm, 15 Dec 2018
2,837 posts
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Evangel
Falcarius, interval training doesn't need to be complicated or involved. Try this for example: 4 minutes fast, 3 minutes slow; do that 4 times. Interval training is supposed to be the most effective single means for improving pace.
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Dec 2018
12:45pm, 16 Dec 2018
2,963 posts
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steve45
You've done brilliantly FestiveF and in only five years. That's a still a long period of time though when it comes to reaching a peak--if you've been giving it your all. I think a 3.20 marathon is a strong possibility (I did a few sub 3.20..not listed in my profile) when I was consistently running 1.25 ish for a half (should've done better in the marathon but long term injuries back then scuppered chances). I found mile races nasty! Off like a rocket and maintaining a fast (for me) pace was ugh!! I think FF you've got the mental desire and determination to give the mile and the marathon a real go!
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Dec 2018
1:04pm, 17 Dec 2018
3,120 posts
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Mrsbridgewater
Bonkers leapfrogging- but I am now 0.06miles ahead of PeterFay 
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Dec 2018
3:21pm, 17 Dec 2018
7,936 posts
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Markymarkmark
This 'ere Christmas thing doesn't half jigger my running routine!
This week includes a bit more forced rest in terms of MrsMMM's birthday treat tomorrow, and a trip to the IoW - although I am taking my running kit in order to retain my sanity .
Then travelling back, Christmas tasks, family etc.
Ce la vie.
Was The Grinch a runner?
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Dec 2018
3:46pm, 17 Dec 2018
983 posts
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Festive Flier
Lol Mrsb.
Christmas does get in the way at times Mmm. We're really busy at work and because I'm later home I'm getting my arse out of bed in time for lunch instead of managing to get a run in first. It's a good job I have a fantastic wife who has my lunch ready for me or my running would suffer lots more than it does or I'd have to have a second job to be able to eat out more Enjoy the IoW it's a lovely Island.
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Dec 2018
4:04pm, 17 Dec 2018
7,938 posts
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Markymarkmark
Oh yes, FF. Thanks. I grew up there - visiting family. Of course I'm smiling....
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Dec 2018
4:20pm, 17 Dec 2018
3,121 posts
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Mrsbridgewater
I went up to London to do (amongst a couple of other things) my Christmas shopping. I didn't buy any presents
We will be 13 or 14 for Christmas lunch - I have a rough idea of what I'll cook - but I really should think about getting organised.
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Dec 2018
4:24pm, 17 Dec 2018
7,708 posts
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PeterFay
Haven't run (yet) today 😉MrsB but have swum around the wreck (~330m). However I have eventually written and posted all the cards!
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Dec 2018
5:52pm, 17 Dec 2018
3,122 posts
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Mrsbridgewater
Argh! Christmas cards! I knew I’d forgotten something...and crackers...
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