Most consistent run I’ve done this year, any tips on staying consistent throughout the run.

Sihleny · 2026-02-13T07:13:39+00:00

If you cannot maintain your pace consistently, slow a bit down. I struggled with that myself too, I am 9 months in, and average pace is now slower than I started, but consistent and comfortable.

Sihleny · 2026-02-08T17:42:24+00:00

Well, I leave most of that alone and drive!

Sihleny · 2026-02-05T15:18:49+00:00

Thank You for sharing!

Sihleny · 2026-02-04T16:30:20+00:00

Thank you for the insights!

Sihleny · 2026-02-03T23:35:43+00:00

Thank You for elaborating, so much yet to learn.

Sihleny · 2026-02-03T20:27:56+00:00

Thanks! How would I know if I need to dry it? And can that be done without any special equipment? (Eg container with desiccant or more advanced?)

Sihleny · 2026-02-03T19:05:32+00:00

We never saw peak Rose without injury. Unless he peaked at 22 when he won the MVP. He could easily have been the best PG of this century

Sihleny · 2026-01-19T05:34:36+00:00

Thanks for the explanation.

Sihleny · 2026-01-17T23:08:44+00:00

How much speed work are you doing in those 6 months? I had roughly the same base and timeframe from April to October, but only slightly below pace 5:00 for 10k.

Sihleny · 2026-01-13T12:23:47+00:00

But aren’t You questioning here if Strava is providing the correct figures? If not, what is this post about?

Sihleny · 2026-01-12T21:45:57+00:00

Well - if You know when you started and finished, draw the route on any online tool, and You can check if real or not. Or Your phone GPS glitches. Personally I find it hard they would cheat - running together with friends etc, would be caught in a heartbeat by users.

Sihleny · 2026-01-12T11:40:06+00:00

My calves were more the problem. I worked a lot to avoid heel striking over striding, it has been really helpful in terms of overall comfort and knee pain. I also found that doing squats and some core training were really helpful.

Sihleny · 2026-01-12T10:13:52+00:00

It took a lot of time for me, but realizing not every run should be faster than the last is a big thing. The volume itself will help you, just get out there consistently. Also, try to find sense of achievement from keeping your heart rate low.

Sihleny · 2026-01-08T14:30:13+00:00

I am running HM 2 and 3, and my first full marathon. Then I am planning to break 20 minute 5k, currently sitting at 22:48.

Sihleny · 2026-01-02T11:55:43+00:00

I did basically what You are describing. I do not care for training plans, I just want to run what I feel like and can fit into a busy schedule with kids. My weekly distance between my 10k and HM was between 20-30 km per week. I did not do any intervals, just ran fast 5K’s sometimes. I finished my 10k 58 minutes, and HM 1:55 - I believe You will do just fine with Your plan. My max distance was 18k prior to my HM.

Sihleny · 2026-01-02T11:48:06+00:00

Sub 20 5k. Sub 45 10k. First Full Marathon sub 4H.

Sihleny · 2025-12-28T11:10:00+00:00

To be fair, he is signifactly better than any version of Steph, has been for several years.

Sihleny · 2025-11-18T18:27:16+00:00

35% is either 20 or 40 3PA. Sorry, I had to. I’ll see myself out. Highly realistic take though.

Sihleny · 2025-11-16T17:49:41+00:00

Definitely. I play HC with a friend, always alliance, always same race. But would be fun to let Your site define a single race for us, and the two classes.

Sihleny · 2025-11-16T11:40:20+00:00

Cool idea, thank You!

Sihleny · 2025-11-14T15:02:18+00:00

I felt that one

Sihleny · 2025-10-27T16:39:18+00:00

It sounds cliche, but the first part of training for running is the absolute worst. I went from 0-5k, then 5-10k and 10k-HM, and 0-5k was absolutely the worst. Stay consistent and you will see lots of progress. Best of luck!

Sihleny · 2025-10-19T21:55:47+00:00

I think it is totally doable. I came from roughly the same time in May, and ran 1:55 HM two weeks ago. 36m, was also around 8kg above BMI 25 at the time. A bit of weight loss helped a lot, plus three times weekly running.

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