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tommo
giving that knowledge hopefully my above comment now makes sense.
or am I really stupid: is there an 'edit post' button?
As did your advice - I usually try and do the full distance before a half, just to remind myself that I can actually run that far! As long as you do it with plenty of time to rest before the actual race.
Having said that, there's definitely a school of thought that says that if you can run 11 miles you can find the other two on the day...
Evening all
Have to say sorry for not being back on here for yonks.
Recognise a few names from last year.
Ive been really busy of late.Im doing the Mablethorpe marathon this Sunday,so as you can see ive been banging the miles in.
I'll pop back on next week and then refocus on the GCR.
See you soon folks.
Evening all.......
Just noticed I'm down in Cumbria on holiday that week and seen this was on. How is it as an event ..? Is it flat and stuff.........?
What about beer after.........?
Scottishharimau - this is as flat a course as you'll find anywhere. There are two small inclines but nothing that will burst your lungs.
lcw75 - As for training, I like to gradually increase my long weekend runs up to a maximum of 12 or 13 miles, the last one being two weeks before I run. Others say you only need to run 10 or 11 in training and your last long run should be three weeks before but I like to run the extra week. I've run a lot of halfs but honestly I'm no expert when it comes to training. I don't do any speed work or cross training, I just go out and run, so please take my advice lightly.
Hows about starting race predictions?
Captain Haddock 1:36
I would of been going for a PB here myself but as i have a marathon the week after i best not go too fast. I suspect my target of 2:15 will be beaten but hopefully not by too much.
Aiminbg to stick to a slow pace until after the loop at the midway point before speeding up to marathon pace for the last half of the race.
Hiya. It will be my first half-marathon so I'm not sure about a predicted time. I'm hoping to make it in 2 hours or under. Mainly, I just want to enjoy it and see what I can do! Then on to the next challenge . . . !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hope everyone's training is going well.
Aye aye Captain. That thought had crossed my mind. Haven't got my number yet, but I have entered and am aiming for around 1.45. So........................
...Captain Haddock - 1:36
...Millsy - 1:45
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!)
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
Anyone else wanting to join us should post their credentials in the same way (race number first). Those who are shy need not feel obliged to contribute, just turn up on the day and we'll take it from there.
Good Luck on Sunday Mick!
thanks for the advice folks!
Hmm, I predict my time at 2:35 mins. I may be last !!!
Don't know my number yet but I'll add myself to the list
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
...Millsy - 1:45
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
My number is at home so I don't know what it is. I'm also not sure exactly what I'm aiming for as I'm doing the Dublin Marathon two weeks after this so...
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
...Millsy - 1:45
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
...Millsy - 1:45
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
No. 85 - lcw75 - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
...Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Millsy - 1:45
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
No. 85 - lcw75 - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
Added myself to the list - really looking forward to this one
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
...Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Millsy - 1:45
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
...Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Millsy - 1:45
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
No. 85 - lcw75 - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
Afternoon all
Thanks for the good wishes for Sunday.
Can someone put me down for 1.45 please.
See you all next week.
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
..Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Mick The Mackem - 1:45
...Millsy - 1:45
...James Kuechel (1009)- 1:45 (pb=1:47 so its time to push the boat out)
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
...lcw75 (No 85) - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
Hi folks,
three weeks ago I would have said XL & Pengwyn for 1:59
not sure we'll manage the distance at the moment though
Let's be positive, eh?
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
..Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Mick The Mackem - 1:45
...Millsy - 1:45
...James Kuechel (1009)- 1:45 (pb=1:47 so its time to push the boat out)
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
... XL & Pengwyn - 1:59:59 (injuries permitting - send us all your spare healing vibes)
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
...lcw75 (No 85) - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
Not sure if I'm going for this or Amsterdam the following week - let's say around 2 hours.
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
..Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Mick The Mackem - 1:45
...Millsy - 1:45
...James Kuechel (1009)- 1:45 (pb=1:47 so its time to push the boat out)
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
... XL & Pengwyn - 1:59:59 (injuries permitting - send us all your spare healing vibes)
...Wee Col - 2:00 (healing vibes to XL & Pengwyn)
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
...lcw75 (No 85) - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
Hey Wee Col, there's no way you're going to be just 1 second behind us, (even if we have to drag you) so either get alongside, or go past -
..Captain Haddock - 1:36
..Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Mick The Mackem - 1:45
...Millsy - 1:45
...James Kuechel (1009)- 1:45 (pb=1:47 so its time to push the boat out)
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
... XL & Pengwyn - 1:59:59 (injuries permitting - send us all your spare healing vibes)
...Wee Col - 1:59:59 (healing vibes to XL & Pengwyn)
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15
...lcw75 (No 85) - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
Just adding hubby to list
...Mr Jen - 1.32
...Captain Haddock - 1:36
...Vicki: Graceless Whippet - 1:40
...Mick The Mackem - 1:45
...Millsy - 1:45
...James Kuechel (1009)- 1:45 (pb=1:47 so its time to push the boat out)
...Barry Knaggs - 1.45 (if I go for it), 1.52 (if I decide to go for marathon pace)
...Pauline Bartliffe - 1:30 (you did say under 2 hours!) - OK Pauline 1:55
... XL & Pengwyn - 1:59:59 (injuries permitting - send us all your spare healing vibes)
...Wee Col - 1:59:59 (healing vibes to XL & Pengwyn)
...Keith M Stuart - 2:15:01
...Jen - 2:15 (healing vibes to XL and Pengwyn also)
...lcw75 (No 85) - 2:35 (but maybe nearer 2:40...)
Well done Captain Haddock.
This has pulled them all out of the woodwork
Healing vibes being sent to all who need them!!!
Well, ran the Ryedale 10 today - which should actually be called the Ryedale 10 and three quarters!!!!!! At the 10mile point I'd managed 1 hr 25 and managed to get to finish line by 1hr 29.36 or summat like that!! Really enjoyed it. Sooooo - it looks like 1hr 55 is a good target for the Cumbrian half and if I get to the finish any sooner than that I'd be delighted!!!
Anyone else have a race today? If so, I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. I'm starting to think that I'll reduce the amount of 10ks I do and start doing more 10 milers. And if I enjoy the GCR - and I reckon I will (!) I'll enter halfs on a regular basis as well.
A work colleague wants me to apply for the FLM - she has already applied. Given that I've really been running seriously now for about 6 months, would that be too soon for my first marathon (obviously, the chances of being accepted are quite slim anyway). Also, is it true that training for a marathon makes you more likely to get injured? I guess it is so much more intense that wear and tear start to have an effect on the poor old joints etc.
Have a lovely, relaxing Sunday evening all!!!!
Hazzer
Come on Hazzer, don't be shy.
What's your new pb for 10K and how fast will you be running in Carlisle?
Oh, and welcome to the thread if this is your first post.