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Parkrun - timings

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preschoolprimadonna · 12/07/2017 14:58

I have finally finished the couch to 5K program I have been doing. However, I still can't run the full 5K continuously without dropping to a walk.

I would love to do my local 5k parkrun, but I'm concerned about how long it might take me. How long does it last for? Does anyone know? If it took me 50 minutes, would that be OK?

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Coulddowithanap · 16/07/2017 10:33

I've just started doing our local park run, I've done 2 now :)

Our local one is quite busy with a huge mix of abilities. My dad came with me last week and walked it in less than 50 minutes and wasn't last and then there are people doing it in 16 minutes!

Bobbiepin · 15/07/2017 23:45

Well done, great time

Dawnedlightly · 15/07/2017 18:00

Fantastic preschool!
Revolution and Sweetle can you investigate starting one? They're all run volunteers and everyone was started by someone who saw a need...

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preschoolprimadonna · 15/07/2017 17:45

Been a busy day so not much time to reflect, but really pleased!

I ran the first 2km without dropping to a walk and then walk/ran the rest. I find it hard to run continuously, and do rely on "walk breaks" a fair amount!

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timshortfforthalia · 15/07/2017 16:22

Well done! Have you been buzzing all day? I'm guessing you managed to run most of it?

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preschoolprimadonna · 15/07/2017 14:26

Thank you! Will definitely do it again.

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pinkhorse · 15/07/2017 12:44

Wow amazing time! Well done!

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preschoolprimadonna · 15/07/2017 10:40

38.56!

Finished behind a lady literally on crutches but was not absolutely last!

A PB for me too. Chuffed. And puffed.

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Marmite27 · 15/07/2017 08:55

Jog not HogHmm

Marmite27 · 15/07/2017 08:55

Ours is cancelled this week due to a stupid gala Angry

I've done it twice and had 41min-ish times, lots of Hogg walking here. I wasn't last, but my friend d was last week and said the tail walker was lovely.

Good luck and let us know your time Smile

ineedamoreadultieradult · 15/07/2017 08:50

Good luck

HuckfromScandal · 15/07/2017 08:47

Awesome!!!!
You will be awesome!
Parkrun is amazing
And it's raining here and you've gotten there.
And now I will go to mine - (scotland starts at 9.30)

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preschoolprimadonna · 15/07/2017 08:43

Standing at the start line. Wish me luck!

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AuntieStella · 13/07/2017 08:35

I though of you preschoolprimadonna last night when I read this article in Runners World

www.runnersworld.co.uk/training/motivation/if-only-id-known-then...-top-tips-for-beginners-from-the-runners-of-twitter

because it includes: "Start parkrun sooner, you are never too slow"

Bobbiepin · 12/07/2017 23:06

Nah don't worry about that. Give it a go and let us know how you get on

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preschoolprimadonna · 12/07/2017 20:05

Yes, I can't run it all - tend to run for 15 mins and then walk/run the rest. I imagine I won't be the only person doing this though. I was more worried about keeping the tail runner from his or her cup of tea!

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revolution909 · 12/07/2017 19:35

My "local" PR is a good 20-25 mine drive. I have to stay myself to do it (I've only done it a couple of times). I liked the ambience so do give it a try! Oh and children are welcome to tag along!

sweetlemonlime · 12/07/2017 19:29

I'm jealous that you have a Park Run to go to! I would love to try a Park Run.
I live in a large town with no less than 5 parks. Yes 5
and yet No park run. Confused

I think we must be the only shit town in the country that doesn't have one

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pyjamas89 · 12/07/2017 19:26

My experience of various parkruns is that it's usually a friendly bunch and very welcoming. 42 minutes is not shabby at all and even if you are towards the back people will be encouraging. You may also find that if you go along it will attract others of a similar speed to give it a go as well - once one or two slower people started at my local one the number of walkers and slow runners has grown massively. I volunteered as tail 'runner' last week and the person at the back of the field took 1hr15! I love that's it is so inclusive Smile

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preschoolprimadonna · 12/07/2017 19:17

Hmm, slowest finisher was 43 minutes, so think I'll be right at the back, just like school all over again!

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preschoolprimadonna · 12/07/2017 19:13

Great, thanks all. Just did a practice 5k and came in at about 42 minutes, so hopefully should be ok, but thanks for the tip to check local times, will do that now.

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AuntieStella · 12/07/2017 19:06

About once a month I volunteer as tail runner - or rather tail walker as we are now officially called.

My Parkrun has a reputation for being quite fast, and I would expect to come in at around +/- 46 minutes at the back. And I'll happily chat or leave you alone in your zone, whatever it looks as if you prefer. Even though the racing snakes finish under 18, and most of the field under 30, it's quite jolly at the back. Because it's nor a race!

I run as a tourist at a different run near a family member. They have a more mixed field and Nordic walkers, and their times typically go to about 75 minutes.

ragged · 12/07/2017 18:49

The times are usually published online you can check what other people are doing for yourself.

All the PRs local to me, 90%+ of runners will finish within 37 minutes or so.

helpfulperson · 12/07/2017 18:42

Definitely agree with checking the times on your local parkruns - they are all available online. Most Parkruns have times up to 45 to 50 plus minutes but there are a few where most times are sub 45 min.

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