45 years young and running my first 12K in one month!
I used to run in school but started running again a year ago with local clubs.
I know that a 12K is not a long distance compared to a 1/2 or full marathon but practicing for it has taken a toll on me. For example, I can run back-to-back 5Ks with the running clubs, but 12K is so much harder. I try to hold 80% of my 5K pace for the first 3 miles but mile 4 I'm out of steam.
Any good advice? Training? Gels, water, etc?