Looks like not running for two months has made a major dent in my running level.
This morning, I got out for a, what was supposed to have been, moderate-fast paced 6K. My target was 6'45" but just a few meters into the run, I found myself struggling to maintain even a sub 7'00" pace. Even more upsetting was that I found myself needing a water break (or just about any break) at around 1.5K. It was a nice, cool, crisp morning - perfect to run in. I was well hydrated and had had enough rest & nutrition - I ought have found it a breeze!
After about 2.5K, I found myself settling into my comfort pace of 7'30 - 7'45". By then I had decided to just roll with it and try to enjoy the rest of the run. But the arduous start took it its toll and soon I wasn't feeling up to completing 6K either. I called finish line at 4.5K.
Given this latest development, it looks like the paces I've set for myself in my sub 60 training plan is a long shot from what I may actually be able to achieve. The longer, 1hr runs call for a pace starting with 6'55". If I am not able to sustain that for even 5 minutes then whats my pace at 60 minutes gonna look like I wonder? The Tempo runs call for a pace of 6'30" and the speed training for paces 6'00" and under. Well, lets see! This is only warm-up week after all.
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