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Having an intensive few days of exercise this week to counteract the upcoming boozy weekend in London taking in the Great British Beer Festival & the Community Shield.
2k swim yesterday, and the same again tomorrow and Thursday.
5k run this morning and will be doing the same again before I head to London on Friday.
Really enjoyed this morning's run. Did a different route to usual, it wasn't too warm & there weren't too many dog walkers getting in the way. And felt like I had something left in the tank to keep going had I chosen to do so.
 
First 10k signed up for many months now i'm finally getting some kip.

Looks a pleasant venue.

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BlueHammer85 said:
First 10k signed up for many months now i'm finally getting some kip.

Looks a pleasant venue.

www.nice-work.org.uk

Mount Ephraim 10k

Prepare to be captivated as this popular 10k Kentish racing gem returns to sparkle for another year! Sunday 9 August, 10:00 Mount Ephraim Gardens, Kent 10k & Junior Run Country Lanes, Undulating Overview Described by...
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What are you doing that’s improving your sleep BH?
 
6km and 9km around Holkham Estate in Norfolk these last two days. Beautiful countryside, deer, geese and other birds, a lake, nice weather, and no traffic. Idyllic running.
 
Hi guys, long time lurker on this thread and minimal contributor. Just signed up for the half marathon in Macc at the end of October so any tips would be greatly appreciated.
I’m a regular 10k runner between 47-50 mins but never really gone that much further.
TIA!
 
Mike Brock said:
Hi guys, long time lurker on this thread and minimal contributor. Just signed up for the half marathon in Macc at the end of October so any tips would be greatly appreciated.
I’m a regular 10k runner between 47-50 mins but never really gone that much further.
TIA!
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If you can hit those times for a 10k you’ll be fine!
Obviously need to train longer distance - do a few 10 milers before that race date and take it nice and easy.
For the race go slower than your 10k pace and see how you feel with a few miles left in the tank. Take all the water stops.
 
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BlueHammer85 said:
If you can hit those times for a 10k you’ll be fine!
Obviously need to train longer distance - do a few 10 milers before that race date and take it nice and easy.
For the race go slower than your 10k pace and see how you feel with a few miles left in the tank. Take all the water stops.
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Thanks bud
 
Mike Brock said:
Hi guys, long time lurker on this thread and minimal contributor. Just signed up for the half marathon in Macc at the end of October so any tips would be greatly appreciated.
I’m a regular 10k runner between 47-50 mins but never really gone that much further.
TIA!
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You will smash it easily with that time.

I spent nearly a year out running properly and did the Manchester HM in May. Did my fastest in just over 2 hours.

If you want to test yourself on how you do in a HM there's one in Stockport next month.

Get some running gels to run around with you, will help boost your levels for sure.
 
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Man_City_Loyal said:
You will smash it easily with that time.

I spent nearly a year out running properly and did the Manchester HM in May. Did my fastest in just over 2 hours.

If you want to test yourself on how you do in a HM there's one in Stockport next month.

Get some running gels to run around with you, will help boost your levels for sure.
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Thanks mate
 
Mike Brock said:
Hi guys, long time lurker on this thread and minimal contributor. Just signed up for the half marathon in Macc at the end of October so any tips would be greatly appreciated.
I’m a regular 10k runner between 47-50 mins but never really gone that much further.
TIA!
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Good luck mate, as others said running those times and distances you'll be fine. Maybe couple longer efforts closer to the time and remember to taper last 2 weeks so cut back a little
 
Intended going out in my new Brooks this morning but left knee starting playing up yesterday. Walked about 4 miles in morning and felt fine. Don't remember doing anything to make it hurt. Struggled to walk down the stairs this morning. Think trainers be staying in box a few days
 
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Good luck mate, as others said running those times and distances you'll be fine. Maybe couple longer efforts closer to the time and remember to taper last 2 weeks so cut back a little
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Thanks mate, did a 12k this morning and gonna increase gradually
 
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Mike Brock said:
Hi guys, long time lurker on this thread and minimal contributor. Just signed up for the half marathon in Macc at the end of October so any tips would be greatly appreciated.
I’m a regular 10k runner between 47-50 mins but never really gone that much further.
TIA!
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That is a really good time for a 10k. You have plenty of time to train til October. I would recommend increasing the length of your runs between now and then. You do not need to do them fast initially, just get the mileage in the legs.
 
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