In my last long run I covered 14.6 miles in 2hr01min. That works out at just over 8 minute miles. Pretty good I thought! No doubt my most enjoyable run so far, seeing as I’m incapable of feeling positive if I run slower than I expect! Everything went smoothly on a sunny afternoon around Totteridge. I felt very light on my feet as and found covering the ground easy. I even had loads in reserve so I finished with a sprint! I recovered quickly with just a small tightening of my hamstrings.
It seems however much I eat before running I still need a snack while running! Every 45 minutes my energy levels drop a little so I need an input of fuel. My current habit is a few biscuits along the way. I’m not sure if this is usual practice- I don’t remember seeing many runners eating during a race! I guess the body is a machine and you need the appropriate input (food, water and oxygen) to achieve the desired output (running).
Not sure what my plan should be for race day. Obviously I won’t need to carry a drink as I currently have to but I’ll have to bring food! I’m planning on testing energy gels next week-oh the excitement!
That’s some good work Nick…keep it up!