How has your training been this week? I did a killer session yesterday as in the morning I ran up Mt Cootha - 10.5k but very hilly, and then in the afternoon I did a 20k bike ride with my friends. I was convinced I would be ok to train again this morning but when... Continue Reading →
My first “ParkRun Australia’ Race
My friend in the UK told me about the ParkRun's and that they had now started in Australia. According to its website Parkrun started in 2004 in Bushy Park, Teddington, UK (love that place - I used to run there myself) and it was a 5k timed event and the only one of its kind... Continue Reading →
Park2Park done and dusted – Happy but not happy with Garmin!
Sunday morning came and I was all set to run the Park2Park in Ipswich. I went through my usual motions (see last post) and was incredibly nervous! I think I had to go to the toilet three times before we left home. By the time we arrived at the Lion park I was feeling really... Continue Reading →
Listen to your heart ….. rate
So I think I really need to change my alarm tune on my iPhone as it is currently Bruno Mars - 'The Lazy Song' which the first line sings "today I don't feel like doing anything, I just wanna lay in my bed.." That was me this morning. I had a bit of a chesty... Continue Reading →
Too darn hot!
This morning I dragged my heels a bit about my run - do I go to the gym and do a speed session or do I get my long run out of the way as I might not be around at the weekend. Well after I had pondered on this for a while, rolled over... Continue Reading →
Keep running even when you think you aren’t getting anywhere…
Haven't written in a while as have been adjusting to a life as a lady of leisure after finishing my job. I decided to put a positive spin on things and have been at the gym or running every day this week and it's been great. My rest day will be Sunday for anyone wondering... Continue Reading →