First six miler.

[AdmiralAwesome]

I'm going out on Sunday to try and do my first six miler. I've done 3-4 miles before no problems. The route I've picked is out in the country, lots of different gradients and a quiet road. It also has the advantage that the half-way mark is at a mate's house (If I'm knackered, I can get a lift home). Any advice on pacing etc? What's a goodish time to be aiming for?

 

[Leedham]

Bowt 50 min, maybe less

 

[Ashley]

Considering it's your first 6 miler take it slow. Aim for 50-60 minutes as 9-10 minute miles is like a walk/jog pace, anything better and it's a bonus. On your next 6 miler you'll know you can do 6 miles comfortably so just increase the pace a tad and adjust accordingly.

 

[AdmiralAwesome]

Thanks, good advice.

 

[TJ08]

Im in the same position as you,
i run 3-4 times a week doing around 4 miles but it varies otherwise i get bored.
i havent a clue how to approach a 6 miler. i think ill just go for it and rest if i need to.