Went running down at Parliament Fields running track today. I like going there. I can pretend I'm an athlete, running round and round in circles drinking my weight in Lucozade. It's where I've been doing my interval training, which is a vital component of my training - basically you push yourself as fast as you can, then when you do your normal pace it seems easier. Well, in theory.
It's a funny place to be in the wind and rain. Very exposed and a little bit bleak but I really like that. There's no dogs to trip over or people to slalom around or puddles to leap, just relentless track.
Alot of novices and beginners don't bother with the running track. Like I used to they possibly imagine that they are populated by elite athletes. nothing could be farther from the truth. It's usually a couple of old fellas shuffling around the outside lane. I saw someone shot putting once - that's it. and it's dirt cheap. like £1.30 cheap. or free most of the time cos no one can be arsed to take your money. Find info on your nearest track here.
