Over 60

60 years was reached last Saturday; now for the 60 minutes.

Up An Age Group

Sat 4th May was my last parkrun in the 55-59 age group, I hope the 60-65's take it easy on me. I was aiming at keeping to 30 min but ended with a 28:18 as my phone App packed in so I was guessing pace. Pleased anyway.

I Am Ready?
I'm feeling in a good place and am even thinking I may not just achieve the 60 mins but beat it. My last couple of longer road runs have gone very well. I completed an 8km (5ml) run on Monday at a pace that would come over a 10km line at 55 minutes.

Hot & Sunny
The previous Tuesday was hot and sunny (yes, this year!) and was my first run in those conditions. It certainly takes it out of you but my pace was still good for 10km in 59.58, a bit too close to my target 60 though.
I hope it is nice for all the supporters that turn out but I'd prefer the temperature not be too high on the day.

Training Continues
Still mixing road runs with Treadmill sessions of around 40 mins followed by 20 lengths of the pool and everything is feeling good.  My heart rates which have consistently concerned me also seem to be dropping.

One Week To Go
It's only a week and 2 days now to the Great Manchester Run and I am looking forward to it with optimism that I will achieve my goal.

I am getting a few more sponsors in now but just a reminder that I am supporting St Ann's Hospices and this is you final call to add your support.

  
Running for St. Ann's Hospice in memory of Margaret Donovan (Mum) and Sheila Waddington.