Two weeks into training without missing a day, and I can already feel the difference. Nope, this isn’t some placebo effect, my energy levels are up, my focus has improved, and I’m actually sleeping better. It’s almost like my body is thanking me for getting off the couch. Of course, that might change once the workouts become more demanding, but for now, I’ll take the win.
Countdown to My First 10K in a Long Time – March 9
As I mentioned in the last week’s post, I’m gearing up for my first 10K in what feels like forever. To ensure that I don’t collapse halfway through, I’m following a structured training plan. Because let’s be real, when it comes to long-distance running, ‘winging it’ is not an option.
Most training cycles follow a three-phase approach:
- Base Phase (Where I am now) – Focuses on building momentum with easier workouts to establish a routine. I’ve set aside three weeks for this phase, which wraps up on February 9. Right now, it’s less about speed and more about consistency.
- Peak Phase (Where things get real) – Distances get longer, intensity ramps up, and more focus on improving pace. This will last about three weeks too. I won’t lie—I’m already a bit nervous about this phase, this is where the real grind begins. I really wish there was a ‘Skip Peak Phase’ button.
- Taper Phase (Where the magic happens) – This is the final stretch, where I’ll dial things down and let my body recover before race day. I can’t wait to get here!
Training Plan: Structured Yet Flexible
While I’m sticking to a plan, I’m also listening to my body. It’s been a while since I trained consistently, so avoiding injury and burnout is a top priority. Plus, I’m not chasing a Personal Record (PR), I just want to finish strong and feel good doing it. Crawling across the finish line is not what I want.
Every step forward is progress, and right now, that’s all that matters.
Weekly Tracker: The Highs, The Lows and Everything in Between
The Highs:
Lost close to 2 kgs in 8 days!
The Lows:
Started intermittent running this week, and had a reality check! On Day 1, I ran 1 km as slow as possible, but my heart still felt like it was going to explode. My heart rate almost touched 170 bpm by the time I finished. That moment really hit me, I’ve been way too sedentary for too long. But hey, better late than never! By the end of the week, things felt a lot better.
The Week That Was:
I’ll be adding more screenshots and detailed metrics from my next post, so stay tuned!
Takeaways & Tips:
One key takeaway this week? Recovery time is just as important as training. I read an article that suggests a 48-hour gap between runs during the base phase to allow proper recovery. So, I’l tweak my routine accordingly.
Song of the Week:
WHAT A SONG!!! I had to pause my run just to read the lyrics—so haunting and powerful. It tells the story of two soldiers in World War I, and the fact that Motorhead (yes, the legendary English heavy metal band) created such an emotional track, it blew my mind. Highly recommended, listen to it here.
Next Week’s Goal: Increasing Distance to 5K
Continuing with the base phase I’ll increase the total distance to 5km while I’ll still be running 1km and walking the rest. Let’s see how it goes!
What Do You Think?
Enjoyed this post? Hit the like button, share your thoughts in the comments, and let me know—what’s your biggest struggle when getting back into a training routine? Your insights might help me or someone else on their journey!
Until next week, keep running, keep pushing, and keep rocking!
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Thanks a lot Resmi