10k - On a rowing machine not the road!

Well after a mad day at work got home, took daughter to Rainbows and quickly hit the gym.

No more treadmills for me - too much of a risk for a return of my shin splints. So I had to do something else. Elliptical Trainers / Steppers - I just can't handle them. Exercise bikes way to boring - much prefer to cycle outside. I probably should do some weights but for those last few pounds it is all about CV workout. So I hit the Ergo - or rowing machine.

And I am totally addicted! Last week I set 40mins - and after 9204m in that time I felt I must go for the 10 000m. Managed it another 3:16 later - After a few minutes rest and setting the clock for the other 796m. I have a target of 43:16.

So this week set the 10 000m and aimed to beat 43:16. Tried to pause to wipe sweat from my eyes but couldn't stop the clock. But no excuses allowed - so I picked up the pace...

Managed a negative split - and managed 42:58... 18secs faster. Delighted.

I wonder if I will be able to get under 40mins?