or Ray's toolbox written on it. Hilarious. Did even 10k splits & loved it especially as I only plan to do the one!Index of all quotesNext quote

Time: 5:58With a target time of 4.30, I knew things weren't quite going to plan when Iwas overtaken not only by the 11min mile groups but by both 'get you round'groups as well. Finish time around 5.58 - a personal worst by a massive80mins

and Little (not so) Fat Welshman, whom I've known virtually but only met in real life for the first time at expo; the fantastic support group of team 3: JJ, Helegant, little steph, Nrg-b's family and Chris (Mr tinygirl).The worst moment? Around 11.15 when

Time: 2:56:02What an outstanding day! As a first-time marathon runner, this was a perfect day. Too many high points to mention during the race, but the standout moments were making my way back to the hotel afterwards - so many people congratulating

Time not givenRan on plan for first 14 miles but then fell off pace (I hadn't allowed enough for loss of training due to injury) and was encouraged round by many friendly fellow-runners. Ran fast at end and came in with London PB but disappointing

honestly say that there wasn't a worst moment as it was my first Marathon (London or otherwise) and it all went to plan. I had dreams of running sub 3:15 but only had two proper half marathons to base it on as only started running seriously last July '03. I

Time: 4:25I do like it when a plan comes together.This time last year I was approached via the Forums by a young lady wishing to run The Flora London Marathon, having just watched friends taking part and being overcome with insanity by the whole

Time: 3:29Despite the best intentions and a plan for even running towards my 3:30 target, I ran 10 miles at a pace I couldn't sustain then ground out the remaining miles with gritted teeth in the rain trying not to look at my watch or the mile

.  I was at the front of pen 2 and crossed the line in 7 seconds and was off, ticking off the first mile in 6:40. The early miles were faster than scheduled as it was downhill and I went through halfway in 1:26-something, about a minute ahead of plan

Time: 3:41My goal was an optimistic 3.30, especially as a calf injury put my peak training into serious decline! However I thought I might at least get under 3.40.  Did really well to half way mark.  At mile 15 though, the 8 min pacer flock trapped