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London Marathoners 2018

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PickleSarnie · 05/10/2017 12:00

Hi,

As the ballot results come out, thought I'd start a thread to discuss training plans and share the pain of getting up at stupid o'clock on a winter morning to get long runs done.

I was supposed to run in 2017 but my knee went kaput. Physio reckons it was just runners knee and said I needed to strengthen quads, glutes and core muscles (that are shot to pieces following two large babies) So I deferred my place until 2018.

I'm doing 30 Day Ab Challenge each night (made more challenging by husband "hilariously" making childish trump noises every time I sit up Hmm ) and mixing running up with Spinning and strength training at the gym .

Put loads of weight on while knee was knackered. Which is going to be the opposite of helpful for it so am on a diet to try and lose at least 2 stones (almost half way there now though)

Anyone found a decent 6 month training plan?

Xx

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LoudestRoar · 03/02/2018 08:16

Go, and you can afterwards! I always imagine the smug 'I did it' feeling afterwards. Just remember, we only have about 8 more long runs before we taper, so not long to go!!

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PickleSarnie · 03/02/2018 08:05

^want to go, not 'eating to go' I would rather be eating though

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PickleSarnie · 03/02/2018 08:04

Euuurgh. It's wet. Cold. I didn't sleep last night and I have 12 miles to run. Am procrastinating because I really don't eating to go.

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PickleSarnie · 02/02/2018 08:35

Oooooh. That OMN kamleika jacket is the one I've had my eye on blackspaniel but wasn't sure if I could justify it. Might go treat myself.....

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Blackspaniel1 · 02/02/2018 07:38

Thanks Loudest, I'll look into those.

We are running for the Stroke Association, but using our ballot place so no hefty fund raising targets thank goodness.

On the jacket question, I treated myself to a new OMM Kamleika jacket at Christmas. It wasn't cheap, but it is fantastic! Completely water and wind proof, really lightweight, fits really well (over my wide hips!), is made of non rustly, sort of microfiber fabric and has a nice lower back bit which covers my bum. It does have an inbuilt hood though, which some might not like, but it has been a godsend these past weeks running in rain and wind. A definite good buy for me.

LoudestRoar · 02/02/2018 07:26

It's called London Marathon Training 2018. I'm also a member of Run Mummy Run too. If you're running for a charity, they may also have a page too.
're long runs, it takes me so long to work out a route, that the only difference I sometimes make is running it the other way Grin

Blackspaniel1 · 02/02/2018 06:53

Hi again, I won't be able to get my number until the day before. We are travelling down Fri afternoon, DH and youngest DD are supporting so want to have a reasonably calm day beforehand, but let DD do a bit of sight seeing if possible (she's never been to London!).

What is this facebook page please? sounds as if I may like it!

I did spinning for a while, but never really got in to it. I tried other classes too, but always seem to revert to just running, which I know isn't as good as a combination.

Just planning my 14 mile route for early tomorrow, but light snow forecast, so will be a chilly one. We don't really have many flat bits where I live, so it's hard to plan a route that won't really take it out of us when going longer distances. Think I've found the one though, but it does mean all our long runs will be the same route, just adding a little on each time. Do you vary your long run routes?

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PickleSarnie · 01/02/2018 21:06

That's the one Loudest Its really funny. I was snorting during my run today.

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LoudestRoar · 01/02/2018 20:55

Is that the one from the group? I need to download it!

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PickleSarnie · 01/02/2018 20:52

Spinning was entirely pointless as far as I was concerned. Until I discovered spin studios with leaderboards and awesome music. Found a competitive streak I never knew I had. It's in London so eye wateringly expensive but I figure I have two kidneys, I can always sell one Grin

Well done on 75 miles! I've done quite a few of my runs on treadmills and I keep forgetting to wear my Garmin (it does treadmill running) or manually update Strava. I'm definitely going to log all of Monday. Sorry it was a rubbish run. I had one of those today. There's a really steep hill near me that I hate. But I know it's good for me. It defeated me today (it always defeats me tbh but it defeated me quicker this time) and I really wasn't feeling the running love today. Ach well. Tomorrow is another day. Started listening to "My Dad Wrote a Porno" Its hilarious!

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LoudestRoar · 01/02/2018 20:38

I've not tried spinning, I've never really understood what it is Grin
I had a complete Child free day today. I wasn't going to run at all until the weekend. I had a rough run on Tuesday, where I had to run to finish a 75 mile January challenge. It was horrible, I got a stitch I just couldn't get rid of, so my plan was to skip my 3 mile run this week. But, the sun was shining, so I went today anyway, nd quite enjoyed it.

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PickleSarnie · 31/01/2018 20:29

Happy Hump day!! How's everyone's week going? I'm on my way home from best spinning class ever. It's so awesome. I'd do it everyday if I could. And hopefully it's helping getting me fitter and stronger without putting strain on my knee.

I joined what I'm guessing is the same facebook group you were talking about loudest and thursday Bloody hell, its addictive. And really motivating. Although my motivation to actually doing any work during the day has decreased because of it!

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LoudestRoar · 29/01/2018 11:54

PickleSarnie I'm going to head to the expo on the first day, while my eldest is at school. Just deciding if I leave my 1 and a half year old with someone while I go up. It'll take me about 45 mins to get there from here.

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PickleSarnie · 29/01/2018 10:07

Hi again blackspaniel I still haven't got around to booking accommodation. I need to book somewhere that allows me to cancel if my knee goes kaput between now and then and I can't run it. I work in London so don't really fancy a night away in London on a really busy day surrounded by runners If I'm not actually getting to run!! Fingers crossed it won't come to that though.

How is everyone planning on picking up their numbers from the expo? Must be a bit of a pain for people miles from London? I can just nip out there on my lunch break. And take the DLR, sit at the front and pretend I'm driving a train! (

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LoudestRoar · 28/01/2018 06:25

Hello again Blackspaniel1
I'm just about to go out for 11 miles. I was out last night, but didn't drink and left early so I could do my run this morning. I'm very sore from my fitness class so will see how we get on.
Re logistics, one my friends is running for a local charity and they have a mini bus going down to the start. Luckily, she's got me and dh seats on it. Takes the stress out of commuting! Will be getting the train home afterwards

Blackspaniel1 · 28/01/2018 05:53

Hi all Smile I introduced myself to this thread way back in October but haven't been on it much since. Is it ok if I rejoin please?

My daughter and I are running together (both got ballot places) her first marathon, my second. We are following a Hal Higdon novice2 plan, which I have tweaked slightly around life, but so far so good. We did 12 miles last weekend, and are stepping back to 9 today. 14 next week! that is going to be a challenge, as it passes my half marathon mental 'that's ok' distance.

You all sound to be getting on very well, and even becoming famous in magazines too Wink.

We have an offroad hilly half marathon at the end of Feb, but other than that just plodding on following our plan.

I have booked accommodation and now train tickets, so feeling excited about going already, have you all sorted logistics yet?

And finally, on a more depressing note, my Christmas excess weight has not magically fallen off in January as I was desperately hoping it might, in fact, it seems to be going on still..... soooo today is the start of my healthy eating to fuel running, kick out the junk and lose a few pounds diet. I know it will really help my running to shift a bit of weight too, so I have to remain focused.

ThursdayLastWeek · 27/01/2018 18:12

In fact it’s that group that taught me about Jeffing,just last night!

ThursdayLastWeek · 27/01/2018 18:11

Thank you Pickle. I have a slightly weak knee that Is starting to feel a bit tender after runs now but other than the usual DOMS for 24hours I feel really good. My fast parkrun time this morning was a total confidence boost.

Running in the wind is my least favourite, especially into it. It’s when I can’t hear anything because the wind is rushing around my ears that my spirit is always at its weakest so well done for getting out there this morning!

I think it is the same group Loudest Smile

LoudestRoar · 27/01/2018 18:08

It's Jeff Galloways walk run technique. I'm currently doing my distances by running for 30 secs then walking for 30 secs. No way could I run continuously!

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PickleSarnie · 27/01/2018 17:26

Oooh. A photo and everything?! Can we get your autograph?! What's "jeffing " btw?

I took tailwind out today too. Really like it. It's the only thing that doesn't make my stomach complain. That's what I'm dreading most about the run lengths increasing - having to use gels.

Well done Thursday on 16.5miles! How do you feel now?

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LoudestRoar · 27/01/2018 16:41

Woman's Running magazine. Sod it, I'll just post it.
Pickle if it's the same FB one that I'm in, you'll see me there! I post a bit in there Smile

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ThursdayLastWeek · 27/01/2018 14:32

Hello everyone, very exciting Loudest are you basically famous now?? Grin

I did my longest ever run this week (16.5m approx) and got a smashing new PB at parkrun this morning. My regular parkrun isn’t what you’d class a PB course (ie it’s the hilliest in the whole country) so I went somewhere different today and had a great run in a much faster course.

Have joined a FG group for VMLM runners and it’s filled with such varying experiences and strategies that it’s given me a real boost.

I ran with tailwind in my camelbak and a couple of gels in my pocket this week and felt great after, so will try that combo again this week.

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PickleSarnie · 27/01/2018 14:11

11 slow miles done today. Was soooo windy today. Was like running through treacle.

Oooh. loudest How cool! Is it Runners world? I have subscription to that.

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LoudestRoar · 27/01/2018 08:08

How far is everyone doing this weekend? I have such a busy weekend, so am aiming to be out the door by 6:30am tomorrow morning to get my 11 miles done. My son has baby swim classes in a hydrotherapy pool at 10:30, so aiming to be the one in the pool with him. It's like getting into a bath!
In other news, I've been quoted in a national running magazine! I'd anyone wants to see it, I can pm it over, as I don't want to out myself on the thread Grin

LoveAGoodToddlerTantrum · 25/01/2018 20:51

Well done Loudest