I was hoping to be writing about how I was chosen to be one of the four 2013 Salomon Trail Series ambassadors. The prize included some photo ops, Salomon trail kit and the chance to write a training blurb and and race reviews for the Rapid Ascent website http://www.salomontrailseries.com.au/. Alas, I was not chosen but had fun thinking of 25 words that summed me up. Between me and the organizers I thought they were pretty good, but for now I'll leave you wondering.
That leads me to my next point, my training.
My recent focus has been building speed and strength. I have been putting more power sessions into my weekly routines. Admittedly I've dropped the long runs a little, but I've enjoyed learning to, and pushing myself to run faster.
My weekly for the last month has been a mix of hill repeats, km on into km off hard tempo runs and a few 6 - 8 km Fartlek sessions.
It's been a challenge but I feel as though I am making ground. I have three training weeks days until the first 10.9km trail race and I'm keen to go.
This morning I ran my 'testing ground' run at a planned 4:25 min/km rate. I averaged about 4:35 on the way out and 4:15 on the way back. Total time was 39:43 - the quickest yet.
So, where to? I have a planned morning run by 'torchlight' on Thursday down along the Yarra trail of the first race, a long run in the hills next weekend and then more speed and power work.
Again I'm aiming for top 10% in each race. If you spot my pirate wragg, come and say g'day. I hope to see you our there!
Watch this space. I'll update with pics of the first trail race when I find them.
Cheers, Lachie
