DFW running club mark 2!! ALL ARE WELCOME!!!

x_raphael_xx

Hey all, off out again tonight if the weather holds. Another route to add to my garmin
Would have gone out yesterday, but took the dog to obedience classes instead.

I've still only done short 4-5 mile runs since the half, I want to do a long slow run but haven't had the time, going to try and squeeze one in either tomorrow or saturday if I get half a chance.

becky_rtw

Evening All!

Well done Pink - and even if you hate every photo they are useful markers to look back on (I dont think they look bad but I always hate mine too )

Good luck with Southend Uk and I can see you cracking 1:40 easily - since I'm not doing my half on 21st now you'll be way ahead anyway

Have a nice run Raphael - long slow runs are very helpful but if you cant fit them in yet dont worry - just keep working at it - you'll be sub 2 hours next half anyway so are you thinking of other targets? Sub 1:55 or sub 1:50 might be good

Okay so finally an update on me - I had to have a small operation today - no panicing please, because I feel great now - since it was general I'm not allowed to run for a week, then I can do light runs and in two weeks I can be back in training - I've worked up a great 12 week plan for fleetwood that should mean a similar time to my last marathon (I may be able to shave some time off but obviously not as much as hoped for orginially), so I now need to find a late November half to get my 1:15 time for London or I may just do Blackpool next year

The good news is I'm all cured now so am treating myself to sorbet tonight and working from home tomorrow and then all back to normal on Thursday

Happy running all!

sallyx

Glad to hear that you are all mended now Becky and will soon be speeding along again

catspaw

Hi,

as a lurker on this site I thought I would see if I could join everyone in the DFRClub.
and ask for any help on raising sponsership: have agreed to run The Jungle Marathon this October for Mencap:j, all suggestions appreciated

becky_rtw

Hi Catspaw and welcome

Its quiet on here tonight...where's the jungle marathon taking place? Sounds exciting - is it going to be hot??

I hated raising money for mine - in fact I have refused to EVER do it again because asking people for money in the middle of a recession is awful, but my best tips were - making my justgiving page (or whatever you are using) really personal - like why I am running for this charity and (although my work didnt) asking them to match any payments - Hypno did this and it was VERY helpful as it really took the pressure off

Also you can put your link to your page on you profile (but not in you siggie) and on the charity boards as well - many people on here sponsored me which was very very kind considering we are all in debt

Also check out the just giving site - they have loads of tips as well

rupe34

Evening everyone - Becky glad all went well and that you are feeling OK.

Last night I did a tough (for me) 35-40 mins. I had taken the weekend off - mainly to sort out my appetite issues;) so pushed myself last night. I am building up to 5k - then will work on time a bit. SO I ran just over 4k, then walked a bit, so total was 4.6k.

Am pleased - but was still ravenous afterwards:rotfl:

becky_rtw

Well done Rupe

Where do live by the way? Near any of these: www.parkrun.com

They are free 5k runs every Saturday so might be worth a look for your first one if you're nearby (sorry cant remember if anyone mentioned it to already )

krider2010

Pleased to hear it is all going in the right direction for you becky :j

Congrats pink - the pics look good to me too.

I have my first ever race (school sports days aside :rotfl:) tomorrow :eek: A 5 miler which is being treated as a training run and as an indicator for where I am at. And to get some race experience. Not chip timed - so official results at the end of the week I think.

Number on shirt - check.
Plan for snacks late afternoon before the run - check.
Fear of being last and holding the ceremony up - check.

becky_rtw

Good luck tomorrow Krider

Dont forget to not eat two hours before the race - even if you're only running as a training run - you may well go quicker than you intended because everyone else is racing if you see what I mean And try not to eat too many dense carbs tonight - I did a half once after a huge meat feast pizza the day before and had to be sick mid race - gross

But dont worry about being late - they usually start 5 mins or so late, but remember to add on time for ueing for the loos (especially if female) and to take you're own loo roll (now thats a good racing tip!). Have a black coffee before the race as well if you can as it relaxes the muscles and do a short wamr up run of about half a mile or so the muscles dont go nito shock when you start and you dont build up latic acid which would slow you down

You'll be great - there's a lot to think about - but try to open your stride after a mile or two and really enjoy it if you can

Simplycynical

Hi everyone, I'm going to have to post and run tonight as busy, busy, busy.
4 miles fartlek for me today (had to run this evening after work- not my favourite time) 00:38:05 (09:29/mile)

Glad you're getting sorted Becky; it won't be long until you're back with us

Good luck with the run tomorrow krider - hope it all goes to plan. Please come back tomorrow with a race report. :j

Must fly - will catch up with you all tomorrow. Happy running everyone :D