HuRTS 4 x 2k Reps Hickson Rd.

After my lame performance on Tuesday and with a stinging attack from Tom about 'Harding Up' ringing in my ears i made my way into town on the bike (leaving it at M.Cs work) for the HuRTS 4 x 2k reps with a purpose today.
Decided that i was going to take the Stevie T approach and go hard from the start and see how long i would last (and hoped it was going to be more then the 1st rep). Good crowd in tow today with a welcome return of Fats and new dad Eoin for the first time in ages, as well as the Italian Stallion Durante, who despite being lazy for the past 2 years was right on my heels for each one (unbelievable). No sign of Enda mind you and there is a rumour that Kanser has him chained to his desk down on Shelley St and has already issued him a warning for being late on his first day and a 2nd is on the cards if Enda beats him at the next race:)
Went out hard and found myself not far off the leaders, Tom, Charlie, Scott, and Andy H just behind, crossed the 2ks in 6.50 and was happy with that, 2 min recovery before the return leg that was in fact quicker at 3.18 pace in 6.43. Knew the 3rd is normally my Achilles heel, in that i always struggle so it was head down and stay focused, got a rev up as Clyde and J-Fen came running by at the 1k mark  and dug deep in staying on them to cross in 6.54 (3.28 pace). With one to go and with a lack of any long runs in the legs i was looking at just trying to keep it under 7 mins and was happy to finish it of with a 6.55 again trying hard to stay with Dolph (Clyde) as he came by at half way.
Delighted with the overall session, and for the first time since pre Thailand i felt as if i was actually striding it out. Hopefully i have turned the corner and i can start to regain some lost form over the next 6 weeks or so. Got a doctors apt in the morning where i am hoping to get the all clear.
Saw Greg out there today as well , who after his latest email is back on the comeback trail, looking about 20ks overweight, i did suggest to Charlie D, that he join him .........and nearly got a whack for my generous suggestion:)

Also it wasn't just Tom giving me a serve the other day, i also see Jimmy James Highnam the older brother was on the bandwagon, Charming. The S.L.T member of the family (Slightly Less Talented ) thinks it's all over for Young Timmy, Well Jimmy Son, at least i am the fastest in my Family and have the runs on the board my friend. On top of that, and i know the family loves a bet, I'll offer you a 50 Euro bet on who has the fastest 10k time in 2012 - If you think i have goneski :)
Its time to put your money where you mouth is :)

Will be joining Mikey on his new session tomorrow in the pool before embarking on a tough long run on Sunday, will tell you more about it on Monday
cheers