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I know its early days, but the counter on the FLM website is ticking down relentlessly!!
Anyone else getting in the swing of things for next April already?
I'd appreciate some company in the long slow build-up, if anyone is up for it, either via this forum,or in person if you live in West Sussex. Currently aiming for the Brighton or Wimborne 10k in November, before the big push
Anyone else getting in the swing of things for next April already?
I'd appreciate some company in the long slow build-up, if anyone is up for it, either via this forum,or in person if you live in West Sussex. Currently aiming for the Brighton or Wimborne 10k in November, before the big push
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I am determined to do sub 5hr, but my real goal is to be capable of sub 4hr (I already have some sponsors that will pay out more if I achieve my sub 4hr target).
Unfortunately I live in west yorkshire so can not accompany you in person but would love to have someone to discuss training etc with over the coming months.
I think I'm going to need all the encouragement I can get, and it would be great to be able to chat to someone who knows what I'm going through and vice versa.
Stylish
Stylish
i am in london and just joined a running club--i need all the help and support i can get!
I too am aiming for a sub 4 hour marathon.
Its a long way off at the moment and I'm kinda worring about fitness over winter (short days and cold weather) but training hard at the moment, got the thanet half marathon comming up on the 5th september as a gauge as to how well I'm doing.
Would like to do that in less than 2 hours but will have to see
Bert Brown Bear
Yep, still haven't had the courage to send it off.
I think I put down 3.50,[For a laugh!!], but not absolutely sure. Read in some mag that its best to have 3 targets ; the best you could hope for,what you'd be reasonably happy with, and your worst nightmare!!
That way, you will definitely hit a target. Does that make sense?. Apologies if it doesn't,but I've just got in from a night duty!!
Sleep now, training later. Have a good day, y'all. PS Anyone toying with the idea of staying in London over race weekend?
I like the idea of a gift if you don't get in but a waterprooof jacket that says London marathon on it is a bit rubbish (IMHO) if you wear it out and about and people ask 'Oh did you run it then' and you didn't seems a bit daft
Bert Brown Bear
Can I join in? I managed 4.40 last year but really believe that about 4 is achieveable this time round. Have not managed to do much recently but managed a 5-6 miler last week. Should be able to get cracking early September, which puts me well ahead of where I've been in the past!
And yes I will be staying in London over the race weekend as I have to travel from the Isle of Man.
I think I put 4.30-4.45 on my form but I'm really hoping to do sub 4hr, I've already got people promising to sponsor me extra if I manage it in less than 4, an added incentive to keep me going on race day.
I'll definitely be staying in London as I'm from west yorkshire, and don't want a long trip down just before the race.
Does anyone know how far in advance it is best to book hotels? I assume those near the start get fully booked?
So many hotels in London to choose from though....The Thistle Tower Bridge is the main hotel for the marathon and therefore a bit more expensive. I stayed last year at the Thistle Euston which was fine.
I recommend getting to London and registering (picking up your numbers etc) on the Friday. The expo is great but if you spend all day saturday looking round there you won't have any energy for sunday. Friday is a bit less crowded and means you can stay off your feet on the Saturday.
Hopefully see some of you there (provided I get in!!)
I have the same view as the others re wearing the rain jacket. I'd only wear it if I had done it. I already have a Bond place but still have to enter the ballot. In a funny sort of way I don't want to enter by ballot because I'm quite happy to raise money for charity this being my first attempt. But should I want to run it again then raising money my be hard and a ballot place would be good.
I'm going to put 4:30 on my entry. I also live in London so if anyone needs any help do not hesitate to ask.
Stylish
I didnt get in a few years ago, and the ended up with 'the fleece of doom'!!
Never wore it ,for the same reason as you, and ended up giving it to charity. Been out for my run today, but no energy. [lack of sleep!]
I owe, I owe so its off to work I go.
Looking forward to the athletics starting in Athens. What do you rate Paula Radcliffes chances in the marathon, and come to think of it, Tracy Morris?
Just a quick hint from last year`s sub-4 thread
Make sure you all put exactly the same predicted finish time on your ballot forms - then you all end up in the same start pen.
Enjoy the running
Hollywood
reading your comments about accommodation, I can personally recommend the "County" hotel very near to Euston station.Its very reasonably priced,comfortable if not luxurious accomodation and they are more than happy to let you have a soak in the bath after the marathon, plus very easy to get to and from the start/finish via tube.
Started training for FLM04, only to be struck down by injury, due to overdoing the training too soon.
Hopefully will not make the same mistake this time. Gonna take things nice and slow, hoping to get up to half mara/15 miles by christmas, and then all being well, take things further from there.
4hrs is the goal,but being my first marathon I would just like to get round confortbaly, so going to be concerntrating on LSD runs.
Stylish, Always apply throught the ballot. If you get in you can still raise money for the same charity, but they can then give the bond place to another runner. Most charities insit you still apply through the ballot for this reason.
Best of luck to everyone, i'm sure well have fun
Dan
Thanks Lucrece I'll check out the thread if I can find it LOL. May have to give it a miss as I'm planning a party for the 29th and have lots to do.
Dan, your right my charity did ask me to apply via ballot and will do so. Hope you stay injury free this time.
Stylish
I never thought the day would come when Iwould say this,but I'm off to watch the.......................................................Badminton!!!!
Catch up later
GOOD LUCK with training. I trained hard for a sub 4 time, and with a few 21 mile runs under my belt in about 3 hrs and a half marathon time of 1:46 it should have been straight forward. Finished in 4:12. Bit disappointed, but looking back I am now VERY pround of myself! It will be one of the highlights of your life
Badminton - incredible fightback by the Brits. Hope they win.
Stylish