I've just started running again after a few years of laziness and weight gain.
To challenge myself I have taken a bet on with friends I can't go sub 20 mins before October 7th.
My most recent run was 3k at 5.20 pace. I finished strong but was completely done, I had pushed myself hard.
So early signs arent promising it would seem.
However 4 years ago i was running 5k in sub 24mins according to Map my Run. All i did then was play 5 a side weekly. No training at all. I also drank and smoked then.
I'm 15 kilos heavier than I was so I have a a fair amount of timber to shift but I no longer drink or smoke. I have a resting heart rate of sub 50 and I used to be very fit in my youth when I boxed. So there are some positives and negatives.
I have a training plan which starts Monday via Garmin Coach.
Any thought or suggestions gratefully received.
But I'm more interested in if people think it is possible. Although this may be how long is a piece of string.....
Thanks
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If you have 15 kgs to come off, then that will be a huge factor in whether you make it or not. Hitting sub 20 I've found only really takes 25-30 miles a week, so it's not a massive commitment. Be sure to do some speedwork at least once a week and get a good long run in at the weekend to build your endurance base. All the best, let us know how you get on.
> First week has gone ok. Just easing into it with some easy paced runs. <div>Will see how my long run on the weekend goes. Target is 45 mins in the aerobic zone. </div><div>Weight is coming off slowly but feel slimmer!</div>
How has it been going? Any tips?
GWS adogslife
I am training properly now, not just going for a run.