Training is something I do as a way of life. I'm pretty intrinsically motivated and love running as part of my daily routine. However, I do train to race and I'm an optimist. I have ignored uncertainty knowing I always need to work on my pace and speed. Training has been wonderfully consistent for the last 3-4 months. I've mixed it up a bit- road and trails so that means a block of building to get me ready for a marathon in April is extended to allow some trail time too.
I live on Dartmoor so pretty isolated. My training is either on my own or with friend I arrange to meet and because we can meet one other person outside this has continued. My training routine with company hasn't altered. In fact, it's improved as I have a wonderful friend with more time in lockdown who has cycled with me over the linger harder workouts.
I'm really looking forward to running a road marathon after sort of training for one. I would like to get a good for age time so when the entries open again for the 6 World Majors I can apply.
My first focus on the trails is in June - Mozart 109km in Austria. I've got my fingers crossed! If this happens then I think they all will because we'll be learning the live with this virus and adapting to a new way of life.
I'm also excited about a race in August called the TransRockies stage race. It's 6 days and 120 miles. I get to run with a dear friend as we've entered as a pair which is exciting. Roll on racing!
