My run last night was a bit confusing for me. I started with intentions of doning my "run 1 minute/walk 2:45" but after the first run, I didn't want to stop at 1 minute, so I continued to 2 minutes, then I didn't rest for 3 minutes, I rested for 2 minutes. I continued after that with "run 2/ walk 3" for 5 reps. I ended up only exercising for about 24 minutes instead of 30 because the increase is too much.
I know I should probably stick with the "run 1/ walk 2:45" for a few more times, or maybe "run 1:30/ walk 3:30 X 6 reps." It funny about me...I'm not a competitive person with other people, but I am with myself. If I am playing a game against someone and they win, I am genuinely happy for them, and I don't feel like I should play harder next time. I don't really care if I win or if they win. I lack a competitiveness in regards to other people. I dont know...it's a quality I've never had. I'm just not competitive w/ other people.
However, I am very competitive with MYSELF. I want to beat my old record, or do better in things than I did last time. I always push myself to do the best I can. It's not a bad way to be, but I think I just need to be more patient with myself when it comes to running. It's still very early in the game for me as a runner. I think I'm just having a hard time finding a pace that feels good and a distance that feels good right now.
The good thing is that I am not quitting any time soon so I'll have plenty of time to figure it all out.
I hope all is well with you and yours
Sincerely,
Victoria
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Victoria, I find myself doing the same thing all the time. I will determine that I will be doing a Run 5/Walk 1 run, then I'll end up running for the first 12 minutes, and then fall back into 5/1. Let me let you in on another secret. Stick to the plan. If your plan calls for Run 1/Walk 2:45, then do that. If you are feeling good at the end of your run, then add another rep. The next time you run, then make it a run 1:15 and walk 2:30. You will continue to make progress without overwhelming or injuring yourself, and you'll feel great.
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