With August here, I’m officially kicking off the St. Jude Intermediate 10K training plan as I get ready for the Hot Chocolate 10K in Chicago. After spending the summer focused on consistency, I’m ready for a new challenge. The intermediate program adds more intentional speedwork and a gradual mileage build that fits where I am right now.
The Hot Chocolate 10K is such a fun race with crisp fall air, a scenic course through downtown Chicago, and the delicious hot chocolate waiting at the finish line. I love having something exciting to work toward, especially as the weather starts to cool and running feels a little easier again.
The Plan Ahead
Over the next several weeks, I’ll be working through a mix of:
- Speed workouts to sharpen my pace
- Tempo runs to build strength
- Long runs that stretch my endurance
- Easy miles to keep everything balanced
I’ll be sharing training updates along the way, including the good runs, the tough ones, and everything in between. Here’s to a new training cycle, a new challenge, and a very sweet finish line waiting in Chicago. Running friends, what goals are you working toward this fall?
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