With roughly 6 weeks of training left until London (eek!), things seem to be continuing to move in the right direction :) Given last year's occurrences, you'll understand that I'm basically hugging my wooden desk whilst I say this...
I had a good session on the Tuesday; some 400 m intervals, followed by a tempo. I actually really enjoy this session but the interval/ tempo combination is a pretty tough one. It's great for teaching you to run hard when tired and one Nick often sets me. This time, I was pleasantly surprised with it, especially as i'd had an interview in the day (my sessions following mentally tiring days are usually sub-par).
The weekend was also a promising one; a few weeks ago, Nick and I decided to target the Cambridge Half Marathon rather than doing the National Cross Country. I would say it was a tough decision for me to make but my cross country leaves a lot to be desired...mostly some extreme showering but usually results in a ban on entering the house.
So, on Sunday I headed to the Cambridge Half Marathon following a slightly easier few days (although I didn't taper as such). After, a steady start I eased my way into the race and felt pretty good throughout. I ended up 1st women in 76.14. The course was great and I really enjoyed the day.
My only concern was that the time wasn't amazing. However, it was so nice to feel more like myself again and I was enjoying feeling good so much I didn't push as hard as I perhaps should! I know that sounds a bit silly...but I've spent so many runs in the last few months struggling along and feeling terrible so it was amazing to just enjoy the run :) In any case, hopefully i've saved up some energy for Bath in two weeks time!
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