This is a follow up to: Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4 The last week has shown a marked improvement in both my times and Sparkle’s attitude. Would you believe that she nudged me out the door on Monday, pulled all the way to the park, and was running before we hit the asphalt. She was eager to go, and knew we were running that morning. And — other than a squat-stop half way through — she was more than keen to go the distance that particular day. I’m aiming for some lofty new goals — particularly in light of the high caliber of this past week’s runs. — and so I’m adding some significant time (well, six minutes) onto the upcoming sessions. Beyond stating that, I’m not going to say too much. The Plan for Week Five Run 5.1: Wednesday Morning, 2 sets of 10+1s + 8 mins, Estimated: 4.4 km New Considerations Weather: Again, the days are getting short and cool. The mornings are growing quite dim. And it is no longer shorts-weather at six in the morning — even on a run. I’m keen to keep the pup running as long as I can into the autumn, but those who know her will attest that a winter dog she is not! Short hair, delicate paws, princess personality — so we’ll aim for a ten week program and see where we are after that. And where we are might be a lonely winter on the trails sans puppy. |
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