This 10k Race did NOT go according to plan! - Leicester 10k Jane Tomlinson Run for All - RUN SDJ
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Key Points:
- The runner used the 10k as a “B‑race” and swapped a 4‑mile tempo for a 6‑mile tempo at about 4:20 km⁻¹ to stay sharp before a sub‑20 min 5k goal.
- Early hills (first 2 km) made pacing tough; holding the target pace helped until leg pain forced a walk.
- Community support, electrolytes, and water at the 5 km mark were crucial for finishing.
Workout Example:
- 6‑mile (≈9.7 km) tempo run – aim for ~4 min 20 sec per km (≈6 min 58 sec per mile).
- Warm‑up 1 km easy, then settle into the target pace for the remaining distance.
- If the course has hills, keep effort steady rather than speed; use a slight “effort” feel on uphills.
Practical Tips:
- Practice pacing on mixed terrain before race day.
- Take an electrolyte tablet and water at the halfway point (≈5 km).
- Lean on a running community or friends for a morale boost when fatigue hits.
Closing Note: Try this tempo workout in your own training and adjust the paces to match your current fitness using the Pacing app. You’ll be ready to tackle race hills and stay strong on race day—good luck and keep turning it up!
References
- This 10k Race did NOT go according to plan! - Leicester 10k Jane Tomlinson Run for All - YouTube (YouTube Video)
Workout - 10k Race-Prep Tempo
- 1.0km @ 7'00''/km
- 1.5km @ 6'15''/km
- 9.7km @ 4'20''/km
- 1.5km @ 6'45''/km
- 1.0km @ 7'00''/km
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