After standing up from the ground, Chen Yang was drenched in sweat.
"From the village to the town, it's about five kilometers, so there and back is ten kilometers."
"I've even downloaded a fitness app just for this training plan."
"Alright, now let's begin the ten-kilometer run."
He opened the app, which displayed both the time and the distance. He had already started his physical activity, skipping the usual warm-up stretches and diving straight into the run.
And then, he was off—at a pace that could only be described as a full-out sprint, a 100-meter dash speed.
It was hard to believe he was planning to run ten kilometers at this rate.
"Woah, Master Chen, aren't you going to control your speed?"
"Based on his start, it's obvious this is Master Chen's first time running."
"Yeah, definitely a newbie."
"Master Chen, running isn't like this. You need to find a proper rhythm. You can't go all-out at the start. You have to find a pace that works for your breathing and leg movement. No matter how good your fitness is, if you run like this, you'll be gasping for air after two kilometers."
"Sounds like you're quite the runner."
"Well, I run three times a week, 20 kilometers each time, with a pace of 5:30 per kilometer."
"What's pace?"
"Simply put, it's the time it takes to run one kilometer. 5:30 means five minutes and thirty seconds per kilometer."
"For a beginner, running their first time, the average pace is usually around 7 minutes per kilometer. If they manage three to five kilometers, that's already impressive."
"Master Chen's speed looks fast and impressive, but this is long-distance running. You can't just sprint like that and expect to last."
In the chat, many of the regular night and morning runners were watching with a mix of disbelief and concern.
They saw Chen Yang running at full speed, with no apparent control over his rhythm, and they were all a bit confused.
However, Chen Yang wasn't new to running.
Back in school, he had run quite frequently.
He understood all about breathing patterns and leg movements, but right now, he didn't need to think about those things.
This speed was what felt the most comfortable to him.
At this pace, he estimated his running speed was about 4 minutes per kilometer.
This was fast enough to dominate any park.
He ran five steps, then took a breath.
His rhythm was on point.
Before long, the app chimed in.
"You've run 1 kilometer in 4 minutes and 11 seconds. Keep going!"
"Wow, 4 minutes for one kilometer?"
"That's fast!"
"But I still think Master Chen is running too fast. He's got nine kilometers left."
Though impressed by his speed, viewers were still concerned about the long-distance aspect of the run.
"You've run 2 kilometers in 8 minutes and 22 seconds. Keep going!"
"You've run 3 kilometers in 12 minutes and 33 seconds. Keep going!"
"You've run 4 kilometers in 16 minutes and 44 seconds. Keep going!"
The app's voice continued to announce his progress, but the viewers were left speechless.
They watched as he breezed through one kilometer, then two, and before they knew it, he was already on his way back from the town, heading back toward the village.
Yet, Chen Yang hadn't shown any signs of exhaustion.
His breathing remained steady, just as it had been from the start.
"Three kilometers in 12 minutes and 33 seconds, that's insane."
"No, it's more than just insane. When I was in the military, the national standard for three kilometers was 13 minutes and 40 seconds. If you didn't meet that, the drill sergeant would yell at you."
"And not just three kilometers—did you guys notice? Master Chen's pace for each kilometer has been exactly the same."
"Wait a minute, you're right. Every kilometer has been 4 minutes and 11 seconds. How is he doing that?"
"Is the app malfunctioning?"
"The app's not broken. It's just that Master Chen's pace has been completely consistent. Even after turning back at the town, his speed hasn't changed at all."
"This is… just too ridiculous."
Meanwhile, the training fanatic was watching closely.
He hadn't even worked out that morning. Instead, he'd spent the whole time glued to his phone, watching Chen Yang's run.
"His physical endurance is unbelievable."
"I'm really curious about how he trains to achieve this."
The training expert couldn't help but feel a mix of admiration and envy.
"Ten kilometers complete in 41 minutes and 50 seconds. Well done!"
"Done!"
Chen Yang turned off the app, walked back inside the house, and immediately removed his sleeveless shirt.
The shirt was soaked, like it had been dipped in a tub of water. Chen Yang wrung it out, and his black hair was just as wet.
Though he felt tired, he also felt incredibly invigorated.
That's the feeling you get after a good workout.
"Alright, today's training plan is complete. Now, I'm going to send out the beanies."
Chen Yang went inside, grabbed the beanies, borrowed Uncle Da Long's car, and headed straight to the county to ship them.
If he were to send them from the town, he would have to wait for the county to pick up the items, which would take longer.
Since money wasn't an issue, he didn't mind paying for faster shipping.
After sending the beanies, he bought a bunch of meat and vegetables to bring back with him.
He returned the car, then took the groceries and delivered some to his second grandfather and aunt.
His second grandfather lived alone, looking after his grandson and granddaughter. His second grandmother had passed away years ago, and he was often bored.
The village's living standards weren't exactly high, and the sources of income were limited.
His uncle worked outside the village and only returned at the end of the year to settle up. He would hand some of the money over to his aunt.
As for the rest, it came from farming.
However, farming didn't make much money these days, especially with just ten acres of land. His second grandfather could hardly manage it alone.
This time, when Chen Yang returned, he thought about doing something to improve the village's current situation.
But so far, he hadn't figured out a good solution.
Besides livestreaming and promoting his village, he didn't know what else he could do.
After all, his time and energy were limited.
Although he had become popular recently, how long could it last? It had only been about twenty days—hardly a sustainable career.
He would have to solidify his position first. Otherwise, jumping from one idea to another could end up being more trouble than it was worth.
"I'll get some food and head into the mountains in the afternoon."
"Today's livestream won't end for now."
Chen Yang carried the groceries into the kitchen.
Da Hei and Xiao Bai followed him, one on each side.
Chen Yang's kitchen had a large wood stove. After lighting the fire, he picked up a bamboo stick and said, "Xiao Bai, if the fire goes out, you need to add some wood in here, like this."
He demonstrated a few times before asking, "Do you understand?"
Xiao Bai nodded eagerly, "Woof, woof, woof~"
"Good job, so smart."
The viewers: "???"
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