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Re: How do you do a race for charity?
In some races, charities will offer you a free place in exchange for a pledge from you to raise at least a minimum amount for their charity.
But if you choose to enter a race and get your own race entry then of course you can raise money for any charity that you choose. If you go down this route you can contact the charity and tell them what you're doing and they may help with some support on race day and maybe a race vest.
Usually you then set up a justgiving type page and the funds will be paid directly to the charity. The charity will guide you through all of this.
But if you choose to enter a race and get your own race entry then of course you can raise money for any charity that you choose. If you go down this route you can contact the charity and tell them what you're doing and they may help with some support on race day and maybe a race vest.
Usually you then set up a justgiving type page and the funds will be paid directly to the charity. The charity will guide you through all of this.
SHADES
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Re: Training for 1.5m
Run more would be my first thing.
I'd say Tuesdays session is a waste of time as you're doing reps that are a lot slower than your target pace.
Build up your aerobic engine by running more.
I'd say Tuesdays session is a waste of time as you're doing reps that are a lot slower than your target pace.
Build up your aerobic engine by running more.
ML84
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My Last Run
I think we should start a stream with details of our favourite pastime. Here's mine for starters...
12/07/07 - 5.25m - 46:53:21
A day I didn't want to run. I was awoke at 4am due to Billy and I wrestled to get some sleep but I could not drift back off. So I did the usual wakey up stuff but starting at 4:30. I just didn't want o go out. I even contemplated dozing off on the sofa. That was until ping, I said to myself "I can't lie here, I have to do something"! So I jumped up, put on my1061's and set off to do the original 4.33 miler but then at the lights at Sonia's I went to rthe Circus. I nearly went to Ickenham but thought hell no, I'm off up the Western Ave for the 5.25 miler and to be honest although I felt a bit lousy at first it got better. I am very pleased that I went out. I just can't get enough!
12/07/07 - 5.25m - 46:53:21
A day I didn't want to run. I was awoke at 4am due to Billy and I wrestled to get some sleep but I could not drift back off. So I did the usual wakey up stuff but starting at 4:30. I just didn't want o go out. I even contemplated dozing off on the sofa. That was until ping, I said to myself "I can't lie here, I have to do something"! So I jumped up, put on my1061's and set off to do the original 4.33 miler but then at the lights at Sonia's I went to rthe Circus. I nearly went to Ickenham but thought hell no, I'm off up the Western Ave for the 5.25 miler and to be honest although I felt a bit lousy at first it got better. I am very pleased that I went out. I just can't get enough!
iRun
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Re: Trouble adding a new post
Same here. I understand that there's probably a minimum post limit before I can start a new thread, but I'm not an experienced runner so I don't really have anything constructive to add to other topics.
Re: Training Advise
Enjoy your holiday - no point in worrying about it now! If you can keep some activity going and raise your HR whether on a cross trainer, bike, swimming or whatever I would, it's supposed to be a taper not a rest, but if you go into your holiday with a solid training base it won't have too much of an effect on your race - though you may end up carrying a couple of extra pounds round the course 
Re: Any advice on posterior tibial tendon problem?
Without really wanting to diagnose, I thought I would post as I didn't want to leave your question wafting in the wind without an answer. I have dealt with posterior tibial tendon issues and this article, to me, is a fairly comprehensive summary of what it means and ways in which to approach it. As ever, not one size fits all though which is why asking a group of strangers on the internet for advice on injuries can be tricky. I hope you find a solution. Above all, take your time to work out what your trigger was. For me (1) with my right foot simply reducing pace and inserting temporary orthotics solved the issue within days (2) with my left foot, I have had to alternate using temporary orthotics (rotating shoes), work on strengthening the foot and have neurokinetic therapy to release the peroneal tendon and activate the posterior tib tendon. Plus work on core stuff (it is all connected). Several weeks later I have turned a corner. But I am not counting my chickens and am fastidious about the homework I have to do. Good luck! https://runnersconnect.net/posterior-tibial-tendonitis/
MsE
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Re: Length of Last Long run before Brighton Marathon
Lee - unless you know that you recover well from the long runs (and it doesn't sound as though this is the case) I wouldn't be trying to fit another one in now. As for pacing I can't give you numbers but I would say that the first 13 miles should feel far too easy, you should be chatting with those around you and feeling as though it's hard to keep the brakes on and you want to run faster. Between miles 13 and 20 it should feel about long run effort. At 20 miles you should be needing to concentrate to hold the pace, at 23 miles you throw the kitchen sink at it, whatever you have left to hold the pace. The end result will then be the best you can do on the day.
Injury and the effects on mental health
HI all
This is going to be more of a 'getting it off my chest' post rather than an advice post, but hopefully some of you may get where I'm coming from.
I started running 3 years ago, I've run a few half marathons and decided earlier last year I wanted to do a marathon this year. I wasn't able to get a VLM place but settled for my local marathon in Belfast (1 May).
Training was going well - I managed up to 18.5 miles 4 weeks ago then went on holiday. No problems taking a break from serious running because I was nicely ahead of schedule. My first run away, I ran on the beach - with quite a severe slope. Stupid me, ran on it feeling the pull on my right foot. Just a slight niggle, so ran another couple of footpath runs whilst away. Came back home, did a LSR and was in agony. Went to physio who said it was a pulled ligament at the side of my foot near the heel - about 4 weeks before I can run again, but she was hopeful it may be sooner...
Well, 10 days into recovery and I'm still not walking properly and I'm beginning to see the marathon slipping away...
And so the point of my post...having a history of depression for much of my adult life, I don't think I realised just how much running was keeping me on an even keel mentally. I can honestly say in the last 3 years, my mood has remained fairly even. When I felt a bit crap, I went for a run; even planning and organising my running has kept me from feeling negative about other things in my life. Now, the old negative thinking has started to creep in, I feel as if i'm going to burst into tears any minute and I feel a little out of control; the lay off in running has exacerbated my slightly lower mental health state due to other things going on in my life. Although, it's hard going at the minute, I am going to the gym 3 times a week and I cycle to work each day, so I know my cardio fitness isn't suffering and it gives me some sort of hit of endorphins. However, as most of you will know, it's not quite the same.
Despite this, I'm trying to look at the positives. I have GNR to look forward to in September (although I'm worrying that if the injury lingers then that too might be in jeopardy). I can also take this year to work on my strength and flexibility to reduce my injury risk next year and try again for the marathon.
Has anybody else experienced similar when injured, especially with a history of any mental health problems? I can honestly say at the moment, running has been my anti-depressant, so it's just a case of managing and making do until I can run again, hopefully very soon.
Thanks if you read this and letting me vent!
Nicky
This is going to be more of a 'getting it off my chest' post rather than an advice post, but hopefully some of you may get where I'm coming from.
I started running 3 years ago, I've run a few half marathons and decided earlier last year I wanted to do a marathon this year. I wasn't able to get a VLM place but settled for my local marathon in Belfast (1 May).
Training was going well - I managed up to 18.5 miles 4 weeks ago then went on holiday. No problems taking a break from serious running because I was nicely ahead of schedule. My first run away, I ran on the beach - with quite a severe slope. Stupid me, ran on it feeling the pull on my right foot. Just a slight niggle, so ran another couple of footpath runs whilst away. Came back home, did a LSR and was in agony. Went to physio who said it was a pulled ligament at the side of my foot near the heel - about 4 weeks before I can run again, but she was hopeful it may be sooner...
Well, 10 days into recovery and I'm still not walking properly and I'm beginning to see the marathon slipping away...
And so the point of my post...having a history of depression for much of my adult life, I don't think I realised just how much running was keeping me on an even keel mentally. I can honestly say in the last 3 years, my mood has remained fairly even. When I felt a bit crap, I went for a run; even planning and organising my running has kept me from feeling negative about other things in my life. Now, the old negative thinking has started to creep in, I feel as if i'm going to burst into tears any minute and I feel a little out of control; the lay off in running has exacerbated my slightly lower mental health state due to other things going on in my life. Although, it's hard going at the minute, I am going to the gym 3 times a week and I cycle to work each day, so I know my cardio fitness isn't suffering and it gives me some sort of hit of endorphins. However, as most of you will know, it's not quite the same.
Despite this, I'm trying to look at the positives. I have GNR to look forward to in September (although I'm worrying that if the injury lingers then that too might be in jeopardy). I can also take this year to work on my strength and flexibility to reduce my injury risk next year and try again for the marathon.
Has anybody else experienced similar when injured, especially with a history of any mental health problems? I can honestly say at the moment, running has been my anti-depressant, so it's just a case of managing and making do until I can run again, hopefully very soon.
Thanks if you read this and letting me vent!
Nicky
Re: Can anyone recommend a good leg massage person around the Basingstoke /Southampton area?
Hi- you need to have posted 10 times before you can start your own thread...jenniferthomas28 said:I'm really sorry to post this here. I want to make my own thread but I don't see any option anywhere. Can someone tell me how to start my own thread please?
Re: How long does it take for someone to run 1.5 miles ?
5 months is enough time to train from scratch to run a marathon!!
I suspect if you slowed your pace down you could go out and run 1.5 miles tomorrow if you had to. Don't worrry about speed initially; build up slowly and steadily till you can comforably run 3miles or so, then start adding in some shorter faster runs and interval sessions to build the speed till you meet the required target.
I suspect if you slowed your pace down you could go out and run 1.5 miles tomorrow if you had to. Don't worrry about speed initially; build up slowly and steadily till you can comforably run 3miles or so, then start adding in some shorter faster runs and interval sessions to build the speed till you meet the required target.
Trogs
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