That's my second week of training complete. This week's short walks were the same distance as last week's, the only difference being that this time I did the tempo one out on the roads rather than on a treadmill. It went well: 1.52 miles in 20 minutes, 30 seconds, so an average speed of just over 4 mph. I found it reasonably easy - it's a fast pace, so I had to keep my brain engaged to ensure I didn't settle into my usual rhythm and slow down, but it wasn't uncomfortable. I did this one in the evening, straight after work, which also reminded me why I've always trained in the morning. If I go out at that time again, I might be tempted to take my harmonica to help get rid of those people who shamble down the middle of the pavement like snails going over sandpaper. Headbutting them in the small of the back feels a bit extreme.
Speaking of backs, I've discovered that the combination of an office job and my own total inability to sit in a sensible position is (probably) causing lower back pain when I walk. Not all the time, but sometimes. It was there for much of this morning's seven-and-a-half-miler. It's not severe, but it'll have to be dealt with. Some bad habits need to be unlearned, I think.
Overall, things are going well. Total training mileage is still low - eleven miles this week - so it should be easy, and it is. The tests of character will come later, which makes it important that I form the right habits now.
Onwards and upwards.
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