First Day Week 5

So I finished the first run of week 5. This week has 3 runs. The first week is three 5 minute runs and 3 minute walks. Second run is two 8 minute runs and 5 minute walk. Third run is 20 minutes without any walks.

I was a little nervous about starting this week. 20 minutes without any walks seems like a lot to me. But, I went out there and started it. The first 5 minute run was a bit hard. I had a stitch in my side, but I breathed it out and didn't have to stop running. The rest was pretty good. The only thing that disappoints me is I don't have as much time to listen to an HP chapter and soon I won't get to listen to one at all. I'm thinking of adding a walk after my run so I can listen to HP, lol. Plus it would give me an hour workout rather than 30 to 40 minutes. I still might try running on the highway. The might be fun, but I don't know if I like the gravel on the side...Maybe I'll try it.

After today's run, I think I can handle the 8 minute and 20 minute runs. I felt like I could've kept going. Getting this daily exercise really helps with my energy. I have way more energy when I work out.

Since I run everyday or pretty much everyday, I decided I'm going to do 2 runs of each. Tomorrow I will do the first run again. Monday and Tuesday is 2nd run. Wednesday and Thursday 3rd run. And Friday is in case I miss a run for any particular reason. And if not, I'll probably do the 20 minute run again or maybe 8 minute. We'll see what happens.

Good luck on your first 5k tomorrow Rona! Can't wait to hear how it goes!

K