Training Run 5 - 6.44 miles / 10.36 km, 56'07''

I ran over 10km tonight for the first time in ages.  I feel prepared now for the Pride 10k run which is coming up in less than two weeks.

Date: Monday 28th July

Distance: 6.44 miles / 10.36 km

Time: 56 minutes 7 seconds

Description: 7 and a half laps of Highbury Fields (plus there and back)

Conditions: Warm but not hot. Overcast. Mostly flat paths, dry. Controlling breathing fairly well now. Although it feels slow it feels controlled. Still very tired afterwards but feel like I'm putting in maximum effort. Good warm up and warm down sessions (though I think I will ache tomorrow).

On the basis of my time today, I think I might just beat my 2012 time for the Pride 10k.  I ran slightly further today and there will also be a crowd cheering me on the day, which will help me to go faster.