Few markers you can consider to evaluate your progress:
You should be comfortable in jogging/running for atleast 45 mins or 7-8k by now.
The post run fatigue should not be more than 8/10.
You shouldnât feel any aches or pain after the run. Niggles are understandable.
You will only feel out of breadth if you over pace early on. That should be controlled.
Ok so for next few weeks, you should change the training gear.
Try doing one or two interval speed workout.
Example - 5 x (3 min fast/ 3 min slow). The fast pace should be at 90% effort and slow pace should be a jog. At the next interval workout, you can either increase the time by one minute (make it 4 min) or increase one repetition (make it 6 times).
This kind of workout will make you tire. But will help get some speed turnover on the legs.
On days you decide to do this workout, you should be well rested previous night. And fuel/hydrate well post workout.
Maybe on weekend you could try running the entire 10k distance at 80-90%% effort. This would be around Z3-Z4 Heart rate.
Quick check:
If youâre planning to buy a new shoe and waiting to wear it on the race day. Thatâs a bad idea.
You should break into the shoes before the race. Atleast do 2-3 runs before the event.
Also relevant for your race apparels.
Cut down on your outside food as you get closer to the race.
Getting ABC juices (Apple-beetroot-carrot) few times a week now is a good practice.
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Btw, if you are injured but still want to experience the 10k distance. Recover well. There is another race in July https://bengaluru10k.com/
Training should be almost a wrap now. Iâll share few things that iâve followed as race day gets closer.
Avoid doing any new physical routine now that you are not used to. This includes new exercises or playing a new sport. You donât want to get injured this close to the race.
Avoid eating anything new which your body is not used to. You donât want an upset stomach or illness caused by bad food.
Race day anxiety is normal. Happens to new and experienced runners Trust in your training. And visualise your self running the course on the day. This is a powerful tool.
Read through the race day instructions carefully. TCS10K is a big event and approx 30k+ runners are expected. Yes, itâs massive for that route. You donât want any surprises so understand very well what you can carry and what you shouldnât. There would be traffic restrictions, so plan your commute accordingly. Prefer to car pool or take a cab.
The organisers will soon publish what to expect on the race route like water points & toilets.
Your BIB will mention your group (A,B,CâŚ). Faster runners get A and so onâŚ
What to do in next few days:
Maybe this Saturday, try a 5k run at your goal race pace. Example- If you plan to finish the 10k at 60mins, try to run a 5k @ 6min/km this Saturday. If you donât feel the pace comfortable, this is a chance for you to recalibrate your time goals. Either way, its good to experience the race pace before hand.
If youâve been lifting weights, cut down on your sessions and weights. You donât want to carry any soreness.
Getting a deep tissue passage atleast 4-5 days out from the race is a good practice. Helps to relax the muscle stiffness.
3-4 days out from the race, you can progressively increase your carb intake. This will increase your glucose storage that can be dipped in as energy fuel on race day.
Keep hydration well one day before race. You shouldnât be dehydrated. And avoid being on the foot for long hours.
Iâll come back and update the thread if there is more to add.
Wish you all good luck for the race! See you on the course or at the finish line
Smile when you see the cameras. The pictures are worth it.
How did everyone do? I managed to finish in 1 hour, 11 minutes (and 34 seconds) It was easier than I expected, running on open roads and with a lot of people, which gave me an energy boost. Fortunately, the weather was good too!