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Half Marathon thread

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Pikachuwithyourmouthclosed · 30/06/2017 08:26

Anyone up for a bit of half m support?

I'm registered to run my first half m in early September.

I'm struggling a bit with motivation tbh. I think I peaked too soon - could have done it 6 weeks ago. I've got time to get prepared though - it's 8 weeks away and I'm not starting from scratch. The most important thing for me is to keep up the strength work or my knees go kerboom.

Anyone else?

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HRHPrincessMegan · 03/09/2017 16:25

Made it out for my long run early this morning. I've decided that it's my favourite time to go out. I completed 10 miles which is my furthest distance so to-date.

For the most part it was fine but the last 1 mile was hard; my knees and ankles were sore and my calves were very tight. I've been disciplined with stretching and I've even been using the dreaded roller after each run. Not sure what else I can do - any suggestions?

I also realised today that I've somehow added an extra 1 mile to my weekly long run which means that I'll complete 12 miles 2 weeks before the HM rather than just the week before. In theory this means I could try 13 miles the week before or just do another 12 miles again - what would guys do?

mammymammyIRL · 03/09/2017 09:07

I had to they were stinky & horrible Blush

Well done pik what a fantastic time Star

minesapintofwine · 03/09/2017 09:02

Well done pik what a brilliant time! You deserve that beer Smile
What lovely scenery. I assumed you're not in the UK?

And....relax

RMC123 · 03/09/2017 08:01

Fantastic time Pik. Well done you!

mogglemoo · 03/09/2017 07:26

Pik

What a beautiful picture and a very fast time! You, indeed, did do 'good running'.

Now you can put your feet up (metaphorically) and impart all your wisdom to the rest of us.

Purplerunner · 03/09/2017 07:10

Well done Pik

HRHPrincessMegan · 03/09/2017 06:45

Congratulations! What an amazing time too.

Looks like it was a very scenic course.

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Pikachuwithyourmouthclosed · 03/09/2017 01:43

And I'm done!!

It was FINE!! Just like going for a run really, except there's more to look at and lots of people to watch.

No official time yet but we think I did about 2 hrs 5 mins. Happy with that Grin

I'm somewhere near the back in the pic - just setting off.

Now for lunch and a cold beer.

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BubbleAnimal · 02/09/2017 20:35

I pay too much money for them to put them in the machine!

Purplerunner · 02/09/2017 20:35

You shouldn't, it wrecks them 😂

BubbleAnimal · 02/09/2017 20:19

I never even thought of putting my running shoes in the washing machine!

Purplerunner · 02/09/2017 20:06

mammy the washing machine 😮

mammymammyIRL · 02/09/2017 19:44

I'm tracking miles on my new runners & will see how I go, replaced last ones because their second time in washing machine didn't do them any favours and they weren't supportive any more.

If you wear asics they've a line down centre of the sole & it tells running shop what kind of runner you are. I checked my previous ones and they're not worn at all so I must not over or under pronate I guess

BubbleAnimal · 02/09/2017 15:41

I replaced my recent ones at 300 miles. Ones before were 250. I'm overweight and heavy footed though so literally break them.

Purplerunner · 02/09/2017 15:20

Rankellior I replace mine very 250 miles or so. I'm heavy footed and wear the outside edge out on one faster than the other, due to my slightly lopsided gait. Think most places (e.g. Runners World) recommend less frequently than that though. But I like getting new trainers 😁

Tupperwarelid · 02/09/2017 12:33

Hope it went well Pika

minesapintofwine · 02/09/2017 11:09

Good luck pikachu see you on the other side Star

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Pikachuwithyourmouthclosed · 02/09/2017 10:36

Thanks everyone!!
Alarm set. Going to bed now.

Nervous and excited!!
Will update you tomorrow Grin

(Is @chamomiletease still on the thread? She was running 3rd Sept too. Good luck to Chamomile too!!)

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Abra1d · 02/09/2017 09:27

Good luck Pika!

HRHPrincessMegan · 02/09/2017 09:22

Good luck Pik!

wineusuallyhelps · 02/09/2017 09:21

Rankellior I was just reading the magazine that came with my HM race number. Mo Farah says change them every 400 miles (which, for him, is every 3-4 weeks!!!).

But if it were me and my feet were sore, I'd get new ones.

Rankellior · 02/09/2017 08:34

Good luck pika and well done on that run RMC

I have 6.5 miles due tomorrow but may try a bit longer as only did 4 midweek rather than 6.5. Will see how I feel. Had thought about going for a run today but had a few Wine last night and feeling tired.

How often do people replace trainers? Mine have done about 150 miles but are worn on the heel. They're fine but the arches of my feet are sore after running, not so I can't walk they just feel tender. I can't decide whether to buy new shoes (because I want shiny new trainers!) or whether to stop wasting money. I have sponsored links from running shops all over my browser which are teasing me with their new shoe loveliness

RMC123 · 02/09/2017 08:06

Good luck Pika!

Purplerunner · 02/09/2017 07:47

Have been lurking on this thread but just came on to say Good Luck Pik Let us know how it goes!

wineusuallyhelps · 02/09/2017 07:41

Good luck pik!