I totally agree with Henry (HJS) and for a 5k and above it's more about getting confidence and belief in the right place. 2k hurts in a different way to both of these.Ollie Russell wrote: ↑June 3rd, 2019, 2:55 pm
Thanks Hjs, wasnt sure if i was feeling okay post 10k because of the differences between anaerobic vs aerobic. But what you say makes perfect sense. I think the penny has dropped actually. Will certainly go into my next 10k test with a bit more determination and aim a bit higher....ive been too conservative it seems!
Expect some HDs as you need to tickle the edges of a HD to really know what you're capable of. If you are finishing feeling like you could have gone faster you're definitely holding back too much, which is not an issue if you're just training. No need to batter yourself in training, save that for a PB attempt.
Try and notice where it becomes painful and also when you start to feel better. This is good info for when you do it again so it doesn't knock you off track and if it happens later, or it isn't as bad, it's a good confidence boost.
Distraction is really important when you're suffering. If you focus on the pain you'll rapidly decline.
Best of luck and aim for something ambitious but still reasonable and see what happens.
