Keeping tabs on Master Athlete Randy's racewalking progress, and journey, both in Canada and beyond!
08/28/2026
Friday, August 28, 2026
Easy, recovery racewalk day...
Just that! Out easy - finished easy!
This week of training is showing me that I need to do at least 3 more weeks of mileage build up to develop my strength - All before getting into intervals and harder, pace focused, sessions.
And I look forward to this build-up........
08/27/2026
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Tempo session a success...
Yes, I decided to just see where my legs were at and the effort did not disappoint!
I completed a tempo 6km in 42:52 with an average pace of 7:08/km and an AVG HR of 128 bpm. The racewalk felt fast at the start at 7:18 for the first kilometer but things settled well, felt great form-wise, and each kilometer actually got quicker. Hmmm!
I will now be settling down for a number of days as I slow the pace, build a base / strength while very slowly increasing the weekly mileage.
08/26/2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Well, first, it was a solid night's sleep.
Second, as I review my HRV 'trend' I am in the 'balanced' range and feeling good - FYI, I do not follow daily stats anymore but look at my trend.
And, third, with today being an easy, recovery, racewalk,
my goal was just that, to make sure my easy days are, in fact, easy and to have fun!!!
Overall, feeling great!
08/25/2026
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
First day, week two, of my 'Racewalking Reset'...
A 8km progression session was on tap. With the first kilometer all uphill, it was a tough start.
I covered the rolling roads in 1:00:57 with an average pace of 7:39/km and an Avg HR of 118 bpm.
Overall, while a slow uphill start, the kilometers click by quickly going from 8:07 for the first kilometer to 6:59 for the last kilometer and I am pleased - knowing I have a long way to go!
08/23/2026
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Out for a slow, but not easy, 6km just before the torrential rain hit - Good timing...
After yesterday's tempo effort it was out this morning on tired legs. I completed 6kms in 46:40 at an average pace of 7:46/km with an Avg HR of 109 bpm.
I am looking forward to tomorrow's day off from racewalking before 'slightly' increasing my mileage this upcoming week.
08/22/2026
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Out at 4:40am to get my 8k tempo effort in before heading to the doctor for an early appointment addressing my worsening Vertigo-like problem.
I covered 8k in 59:05, averaging 7:23/km with an Avg HR of 125bpm. It was a tough effort but I do have to say that I think I found a good technique that I am happy with - At this time!
08/21/2026
Friday, August 21, 2026
After a good 7 hour sleep last night it was out the door at 5am for an easy 6k.
I felt refreshed, recovered, and, with headlamp and reflective vest on, I had a smooth effort with good form.
08/20/2026
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Well, after my worst bout of Vertigo-like symptoms yet (dizziness, heavy sweating, nausea & vomiting, and having to keep my eyes closed for three hours), yesterday evening, I felt better this morning - great to have my Doctor's appointment Saturday to address this. Fingers crossed🤞
Anyway, I managed to get out the door for an easy 6k this morning and I actually felt pretty good physically and technically.
08/19/2026
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Out for another 6k (data below) and boy did my technique feel sloppy - maybe for a few minutes I actually felt like a racewalker. Hmmmm...
08/18/2026
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
After my regular Monday day off from racewalking, it was out the door for another easy 6kms.
Nothing special but I did feel great after a solid, quality 7 hours sleep, as compared to my sleep history - Life is very good!!!!