(DAY 56) 10km run goal setting

Start of the week

At the start of the week, I set a goal of completing a 10 km treadmill run. I had decided on three things in advance:

1. Completing the 10km run without stopping.
2. Focusing on my running posture and form.
3. Stretching and cool down after the run.

Observations from 10km run today:

• I ran 5 km for three consecutive days. These runs were unusual for my body, since I had not run at all in the last six months.
• The mind plays tricks, especially when some muscles feel tired. It is important to push through and not let the mind trick you into stopping.
• Slow pace is much better than stopping completely, even if it is for a few seconds.
• Stretching the whole body for 10-15 minutes is a must after a new activity, such as running after a long break.

On a goal setting methodology:

• I feel super happy that I slugged through running even though I wanted to stop probably 4 times in the 10km run.
• I feel closer to completing a half marathon, 21 km, in a few months without risking injury.