Experimental

'Experimental' in the sense that yesterday I cancelled today's exercise class with the promise that I would go for a run instead, no matter what. This morning I had regrets. But I'd put my kit out last night, so I slipped it on and went out. 

And it was the same as it ever was. 

So, in conclusion, I'm never going to 'want' to go for a run, but I should do it anyway as there is everything to gain. 

5.83 km

6m 59s per km

40' 44"

I think I need to aim for a 45 minute run which is the optimum duration for cardio exercise. So aim for 6km? 

But where shall I go? Perhaps next time I will go to the downs and see how that feels.

That wasn't so bad, was it?

Other than collecting a smidge of animal poo on my shoe it was OK

I didn't overthink it, just went out. The mornings are getting lighter which will help with the get-up-and-go nature of this running lark. 

Niggles

1. Calfs borderline dodgy but I think I've got away with it. So much for the daily balance exercise building up my lower leg strength.

2. Left knee - started off a bit hurty and weak but got over itself

3. arthritic foot was ok - I mean, it's arthritic so it's never gong to get any better but I am so grateful that it's no worse than it is. 

5.67km

7m 13s per km

Slow, but achievement level: gold