It was really tough going getting this done. I started well with my pace slightly slower than target for the first 2 miles which was exactly where I wanted to be. The second mile is through a tunnel which is hot and where you watch starts to lose the plot. I set my with estimated finish time. I planned to try and keep that around 1.54 and then give it all I could for the last 3 miles. Mile 4 was a rouge 9.37 which threw me as I didn’t feel like I slowed but then picked it up. Managed to get a steady pace again for a few miles but it was just too hot to maintain. At mile 9 I stopped at the ice station which probably added 30 secs but having a lump of ice down my back really helped cool me down and get me to the finish. I just didn’t have the energy to pick up the pace like I wanted so my goal just became to finish without stopping. I’m not at all disappointed particularly with the niggles in the lead up. Really pleased to get another sub 2 in and I actually hit the half in 1.58.22 but the weaving made it a slightly longer distance. I know I’ve got a big PB in me when the conditions are slightly more favourable
Love this feedback and good to understand what a difference the conditions can make. To go under 2 again is great, we can sometimes forget previous targets as we continue to improve, so important to take that on board.
Also given the recent niggles you had, the fact you were able to get the race down, and in a really good time, is great news.
Hope the legs feel ok today. I’ll be in touch in shortly to discuss what next, but it’s been a good plan overall with the 10k and 5k PBs, so lots to be pleased with. Well done Alice.
