Running thread

[Trevor Morley's Tache]

Going to rest it up. It’s not an injury I usually suffer from. Might just be a case of me ramping up the distance too much - never done 2 HMs 2 weeks apart.

Usually do b2b HM's in the last few weeks of a full Marathon training program. Not done it for a few years.

 

[Stockton Heath Blue]

Usually do b2b HM's in the last few weeks of a full Marathon training program. Not done it for a few years.

Yeah but I’m not you mate ;-)

 

[Gaz76]

2000 miles to instanbul, just tying me laces!!

 

[Trevor Morley's Tache]

Yeah but I’m not you mate ;-)

Not sure I could do it now though ;-)

 

[somapop]

Hi Soma
I do Stretford my best time about 20.30 though generally low 21's
im working on my 5km time this year and am hoping weekly hill reps and some speed work will help get me closer to sub 20.
Alex Park is a fast course too.

Be interested to see how you get on mate.

Might need to follow a similar routine although I’m currently way off full fitness.

thanks!

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

Anyone read

119 Days to Go: How to train for and smash your first marathon?​

 

[Mike Brock]

Alright everyone, longtime lurker on this thread but first time poster... I’ve been a regular 5 and 10km runner for a good few years and after shedding nearly 2 Stone since Christmas have managed to get my times right down. My step son wants me to do a half marathon with him so do you reckon I can dive straight in or up my distances bit by bit? Any advice welcome, cheers!

 

[Wafty Cranker]

Alright everyone, longtime lurker on this thread but first time poster... I’ve been a regular 5 and 10km runner for a good few years and after shedding nearly 2 Stone since Christmas have managed to get my times right down. My step son wants me to do a half marathon with him so do you reckon I can dive straight in or up my distances bit by bit? Any advice welcome, cheers!

Hi mate. Welcome.

I was a similar position to you a few months ago. I used to do the odd park run and a few longer runs every now and then. I ran a half marathon a few weeks ago because of this thread.

I upped my distance bit by bit. I quickly got to a point where I’d be finishing a 10 mile run and still had plenty left in the tank. I didn’t get carried away, even though I did feel I could have done more, I waited until the following week and just upped my long run by a km or two. Before you know it you’re doing a half marathon.

So that worked for me and had no injuries. Listen to your body but don’t over do it would be my advice.

 

[Mike Brock]

Hi mate. Welcome.

I was a similar position to you a few months ago. I used to do the odd park run and a few longer runs every now and then. I ran a half marathon a few weeks ago because of this thread.

I upped my distance bit by bit. I quickly got to a point where I’d be finishing a 10 mile run and still had plenty left in the tank. I didn’t get carried away, even though I did feel I could have done more, I waited until the following week and just upped my long run by a km or two. Before you know it you’re doing a half marathon.

So that worked for me and had no injuries. Listen to your body but don’t over do it would be my advice.

Thanks mate, appreciate your advice. Will start stretching my distances bit by bit

 

[ob]

Year ago today started couchto5k to get some exercise, lose some weight and just get out as working from home. Found was turning on PC at half 7 and barely moving until turning it off at half 5. At the time couldn't run for bus, struggled with the first run, previously had ran a 10k in 1980s. Now running roughly 3 5ks a week and try to fit in slightly longer one. Changed diet, lost over a stone and down a size in jeans. Thanks to everyone on here for hints, tips and inspiration

 

[Paladin]

Alright everyone, longtime lurker on this thread but first time poster... I’ve been a regular 5 and 10km runner for a good few years and after shedding nearly 2 Stone since Christmas have managed to get my times right down. My step son wants me to do a half marathon with him so do you reckon I can dive straight in or up my distances bit by bit? Any advice welcome, cheers!

I was in a similar position a few years ago. I just gradually built up my 5ks to 10k, then a 15k, then about a year ago my first ever half marathon. I ended up running four HMs during last year's lockdown, and then the Bluemoon Virtual HM about a month ago.

I would say once you have a 15k under your belt, you should be able to complete a HM.

 

[Mike Brock]

I was in a similar position a few years ago. I just gradually built up my 5ks to 10k, then a 15k, then about a year ago my first ever half marathon. I ended up running four HMs during last year's lockdown, and then the Bluemoon Virtual HM about a month ago.

I would say once you have a 15k under your belt, you should be able to complete a HM.

Thanks mate, appreciate the advice. Not so sure I’m looking forward to it but feeling more confident!

 

[somapop]

3rd run in two weeks after my 3.5 months Covid downtime last night.

It feels like if did when I first started running (hard and without any noticeable benefits....yet).
Probably why many stop doing it. But I broke through the 6min per KM last night so I'm gathering pace albeit slowly.

Absolutely feeling better though....that sprite is returning.

 

[Gaz76]

Tatton 10k this morning, was a tad wet and windy, perfect conditions, miles better than a sweltering hot one, gun time 40.19, strava says 40.05 so Im going with strava!! Bit of a fucker not to get sub40 but theres a few hills on that course, really enjoyed that one

 

[BlueHammer85]

First official 10k race tommorow. Not done one in ages. Not running well of late so won’t be going for a time. But will be good to be back in that environment again.

 

[inchy14]

First official 10k race tommorow. Not done one in ages. Not running well of late so won’t be going for a time. But will be good to be back in that environment again.

Good luck pal.

 

[willipp]

First official 10k race tommorow. Not done one in ages. Not running well of late so won’t be going for a time. But will be good to be back in that environment again.

Good luck pal, hope the weather holds off for you.

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

was going to do a 6k last night again then it rained. then united lost the title to us and i then ordered a pizza to celebrate.

Now i feel rough

 

[Man_City_Loyal]

First official 10k race tommorow. Not done one in ages. Not running well of late so won’t be going for a time. But will be good to be back in that environment again.

which one you running sir?

 

[BlueHammer85]

which one you running sir?

CHASE THE SUN OLYMPIC PARK 10K

few laps around my beloved hammers stadium basically